UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSPART 3 TRACK RACES
Version on 25.10.2021(The following articles were to come into force on 18.10.2021, the day after the 2021 WorldChampionships, which have been postponed by one week, so the entry into force is postponed
accordingly.)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Chapter I ORGANISATION

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Chapter II TRACK RACES

5§ 1 General observations§ 2 The 200 metres Time Trial§ 3 Sprint§ 4 Individual pursuit§ 5 Team pursuit§ 6 Kilometre and 500 metres Time Trial§ 7 Points Race
§ 8 Keirin§ 9 Team Sprint§ 10 Madison§ 11 Scratch§ 12 Tandem§ 13 Motor-Pacing§ 14 Elimination Race
§ 15 Six-Day Races§ 16 Omnium§ 17 Flying Lap§ 18 Tempo Race

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Chapter III UCI TRACK RANKINGS

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Chapter IV UCI TRACK NATIONS CUP

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Chapter V WORLD RECORDS

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Chapter VI EQUIPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE

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§6

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Starting Blocks
Motorbikes for motor-pacing
MopedsAttire of motor-pacers
Attire of moped pacers
Velodromes

Chapter VII TRACK TEAMS

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Identity
Legal and Financial Status
Requirements imposed on the UCI Track Team for the registration
Teams and Riders
Contract of Employment & Insurance
End of Contract
Dissolution of a UCI Track Team
Penalties
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UCI Model Contract Between a Rider and a UCI Track Team100

Chapter VIII CALENDAR

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Chapter IX MASTERS

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Chapter X RACE INCIDENTS AND SPECIFIC INFRINGEMENTS

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Appendix 1

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Chapter I ORGANISATION
3.1.001
3.1.0023.1.003

Race Programme(N) An organiser shall establish a programme each time he holds a race.
(N) The programme shall include at least the following details of the organisation:
mention of the fact that the race will be run under UCI Regulations
possibly giving the specific regulations of the race
the race programme and schedulea description of the track (length, coating, indoor or outdoor.)
location of the Race Headquarters, the drug-test room and the Press room
the place and time of the enrolment check and the distribution of riders’ numbers
the place and time of the meeting of Team Managers
the programme for the official ceremonies
prizesthe composition of the commissaires’ panel
the name, address and telephone number of the director of the organisation
specification that only the UCI Scale of Penalties shall apply
the drug-test regulations that are to apply
Secretariat(N) The organiser shall, for the full duration of the race provide a permanent equipped
secretariat in the cycling stadium. A representative of the organiser shall be on hand
there at all times.

3.1.004(N) The Race Headquarters shall be maintained until the results have beentransmitted to the UCI or, if the commissaires have not yet finished their work, until
such time as they have finished.

3.1.005(N) The Race Headquarters shall be equipped with a telephone, internet and aphotocopier.
(text modified on 01.07.17)

3.1.006

Results
As soon as results of the competition are known, the organiser together with theappointed Commissaire shall transmit them electronically or by any other method
specified by the UCI - to the UCI and its national federation within one working day,together with the list of riders having taken the start.
(text modified on 13.06.08; 12.06.20)

3.1.0073.1.008

E1021(N) The National Federation of the organiser shall without delay communicate to the
UCI any changes made to the results communicated by the organiser.
Security
Notwithstanding any legal and administrative provisions that may apply and the dutyof each individual to take all due care, the organiser shall ensure that the track, thecycling stadium and all installations are in good condition and do not constitute a
danger to security.

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For an international competition, the UCI may require additional facilities or measures,without that the absence of such a request would engage its responsibility.
(text modified on 26.08.04)
3.1.009

The number of riders on track shall in no case exceed:
20 (15 teams for Madison) on a 200 m track
24 (18 teams for Madison) on a 250 m track
36 (20 teams for Madison) on a 333.33 m track(text modified on 01.01.03)

3.1.010

In no case, can the UCI be held responsible for any defects or any mishaps that may
occur.
(text modified on 01.01.03)

3.1.011

Bunch events refers to the following track events:- Points race (as per § 7)
- Madison (as per § 10)- Scratch race (as per § 11)- Elimination race (as per § 14)- Omnium (as per § 16)- Tempo race (as per § 18)(article introduced on 12.06.20)

3.1.012

Safety zone
During all track events, except Team Pursuit and Individual Pursuit, all team staff shallremain on the infield (off the safety zone and the track).
During Team Pursuit and Individual Pursuit, one coach per team only is permitted on
the safety zone.
Specific team staff may be permitted to access the safety zone (i.e. the mechanic
following a crash) at the Commissaires' discretion.
Irrespective of the above, article 3.6.072 applies.
(article introduced on 12.06.20)

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Chapter II TRACK RACES§1
3.2.001

General observations
Participation
Track season starts immediately after the Elite World Championships and ends at theend of the following edition of the Elite World Championships.
Track competition shall be held in the categories as defined in article 1.1.036
Riders of the under 23 category can take part in elite competitions.
Junior of 18 years old can take part in competition for categories under 23 and elite.
(text modified on 25.09.07; 12.06.20)

3.2.001bis

3.2.001
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Race distances[abrogated on 04.03.19]

Preparation of the track for timed events
For tracks longer than 250 metres, the blue band shall be made un-rideable by placing
pads every 5 metres starting from each Pursuit Line, up until the end of the second
turn after that Pursuit Line. For the Flying 200 metres event, only, these pads shall beplaced every 5 metres in the corners only. The pads shall be 50 cm long and amaximum of 10 cm wide and 10 cm high made of a synthetic material heavy enoughto not be moved by the airstream.
On the 250 metres track or shorter, no pads are required on the blue band.
For Team Sprint, article 3.2.149bis applies.
For Hour Record and any special attempt on any length track, the blue band shall bemade un-rideable by placing these pads every 5 metres the entire way around thetrack.

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(article introduced on 21.06.18; modified on 04.03.19; 12.06.20)

3.2.002

Conduct of riders
Riders shall refrain from any collusion, manoeuvre or movement likely to hinder the
conduct or distort the result of the race. In the case of collusion between riders, thecommissaires may disqualify the riders concerned.
In addition, while riding on the track, riders shall at all times be in firm control of thebicycle and have at least one hand on the handlebar (or extension).
(text modified on 30.09.10; 04.03.19)

3.2.003

If riders wearing the same team clothing ride in the same race, they shall bear someitem to distinguish them.
Riders are not permitted to wear tinted visor or glasses that would prevent them frombeing clearly identified while seated in the waiting area. Riders shall only put on their

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tinted visor or glasses when heading on to the track only. Any rider breaching thisarticle shall be sanctioned as per article 3.10.008.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 14.10.16; 04.03.19; 12.06.20)
3.2.004

Other than when prevented by circumstances beyond their control, all riders qualifying
for the following round of the competition must participate or else they will bedisqualified.
(text modified on 14.10.16)

3.2.005

Riders may carry no object on them or on their bicycles that could drop onto the track.
They may not bear or use on the track any music player or radio communication
system.
In addition, any electronic device with display (for instance speedometer or
powermeter) must be hidden to that it cannot be read by the riders.
(text modified on 25.09.07; 29.06.09)

3.2.006

A rider may not have the race stopped because of some irregularity of which heconsiders himself the victim.

3.2.007

Unless otherwise provided, any rider having fallen or left the track to dismount fromhis bicycle, may accept help in remounting. He shall resume the race at the point
where he left the track, and in the position he occupied before falling or leaving the
track.
(text modified on 01.10.11)

3.2.008

The blue band does not form part of the racing surface of the track. If a rider rides on
the blue band voluntarily, and if, in doing so, it is considered that the rider has obtained
an advantage, the latter will be relegated or disqualified depending on the seriousnessof the fault.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 15.03.16; 01.10.19)

3.2.009

Riders’ numbers(N) riders shall bear two number panels, save in the following specialities where theyshall bear just one: the Km Time Trial, the 500 m Time Trial, the Individual Pursuit,the Team Pursuit and the Team Sprint.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.02.11; 12.06.20)

3.2.0103.2.011

Commissaires’ Panel
The composition of the Commissaires’ Panel is indicated in Article 1.2.116.
Judge-Referee(N) The President of the Commissaires’ Panel shall appoint one of the panel as judgereferee. He may not carry out the task himself. The presence of a judge-referee shallbe compulsory for the sprint, the keirin, and all bunch events as per article 3.1.011.
The judge-referee shall solely monitor the conduct of riders in the race and theirconformity with the racing regulations. On this issue he shall, alone and immediately,
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3.2.012

The judge-referee shall take up a place on the outside of the track in a calm andisolated area with a good general view across the whole track. He must be provided
with a means of communicating directly with the President of the Commissaires’
Panel. At the World Championships, the Olympic Games and Nations Cup events,
the judge-referee shall also have access to a video system permitting slow-motion
replay in order to review events in the race. This system must be linked to a TV display
located near the finish line that will allow the President of the Commissaires’ Panel toprivately view the same images. A technician shall be specifically appointed to assist
him and operate the video system under his instructions.
(text modified on 01.10.11)

3.2.013Warnings - disqualification
Any offence not specifically penalised and any unsporting behaviour shall bepunished by a warning, indicated by a yellow flag, or by disqualification from the race,indicated by a red flag, according to the gravity of the fault, notwithstanding the fineprovided for in articles 12.3.005.
If a rider is relegated in the competition, that relegation may also carry with it awarning, depending on the gravity, intent and impact of the fault. A rider receiving asecond warning, or being relegated for the third time, is disqualified.
On each occasion the commissaires will indicate at the same time the race numberof the faulting rider. The warning and disqualification are relative to one specificcompetition only.
(text modified on 26.08.04;10.06.05; 01.02.11, 01.10.19)

3.2.014

In the event that bicycles are checked on conformity with articles 1.3.006 to 1.3.020
with dedicated measuring devices, commissaires are entitled to double-checkpositions after the race on a random basis. Should the bicycle or positions have been
modified in infringement with this regulation, the rider will be disqualified.
(article introduced on 10.06.05)

3.2.015

3.2.016

3.2.0173.2.017bis

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Time-keeping(N) Times shall be taken to the thousandth of a second whenever the time determines
the result.
Start
The starter, located on the track centre, shall give the start by means a pistol shot. In
cases where the start is to be taken from a starting block, the following procedure
shall apply: the brakes of the machine shall be released by the electronic system thatsimultaneously triggers the chronometer. Once the bicycle has been fixed, a clock
placed before the rider, counts down the last 50 seconds before the start.
Any rider holding up the start for reasons not accepted by the starter shall not be
permitted to start.
Lap counter and bell
Unless otherwise provided in a specific provision, the start of the sprint lap(s),including the last lap, of a race shall be indicated by a bell. The bell shall be rung once
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the race will be over upon the next time the leader on the track crosses the finish line.
The final determination as to who the leader on the track is shall be made by the
President of the Commissaires’ Panel. Either the President, or a Commissaire
designated by the President, shall indicate the leader on the track during bunch races.
(article introduced on 04.03.19; modified on 01.10.19)
3.2.017
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Once the race has started, the remaining distance to be raced shall be indicated by
the lap counter, even if the total distance raced is not the same as indicated in theregulations for the event.
(article introduced on 01.10.19)

3.2.017
quaterGaining and losing laps
A rider or team shall be considered to have gained a lap when he or it has caught up
with the rear of the largest racing bunch on the track. Likewise, a rider or team shallbe considered to have lost a lap when he or it has been caught by the largest racing
bunch on the track. In all cases, the final determination as to which is the largest
bunch on the track shall be made by the President of the Commissaires’ Panel.
(article introduced on 01.10.19; modified on 12.06.20)

3.2.018

Stoppage
The starter alone shall judge whether to stop the race in case of a false start.

3.2.019

Stoppage of the race shall be indicated by a double pistol shot.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 04.03.19)

3.2.020

3.2.020bis[abrogated on 04.07.03]
Neutralisation
Unless otherwise provided in a specific provision, in a bunch event, in the case of arecognised mishap of a rider, or both riders of a team in Madison, the rider, or team,shall be entitled to a neutralisation for the number of laps closest to 1250 metres (5laps on a 250m-track), counted from the moment of the mishap until they resumed
their position that they occupied before the mishap.
Beyond the distance of 1250 metres, neutralised riders or teams begin to lose laps
until they resumed their position that they occupied before the mishap.
Neutralised riders or teams may not return to the track within the last kilometre. Should
this last kilometre start during the allowed neutralisation period of a recognised
mishap, and the riders not be able to return prior to the start of the last kilometre,
these neutralised riders or teams shall appear in the final placings depending on the
points and laps accumulated prior to the mishap.
(article introduced on 04.03.19; modified on 01.10.19; 12.06.20)

3.2.021

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Recognised mishap
The following shall be considered recognised mishaps:- a legitimate fall
- a puncture- the breakage of an essential part of the bicycle.
All other incidents are considered un-recognised mishaps.

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3.2.021bis

Seeding
For all competitions, other than Nations Cup, World Championships and Olympic
Games, riders and teams shall be seeded according to their current UCI Individual
Track Classification. Riders/teams with no ranking shall be seeded last in random
order by the Commissaires’ Panel. In the case where qualification heats are held fora bunch race, riders in the subsequent race and finals shall be seeded according to
the results from these heats.
For Nations Cup, World Championships and Olympic Games, riders and teams shallbe seeded by the UCI. When applicable, the current World Champion will have thebest seed.
(article introduced on 01.02.11; text modified on 01.10.12; 12.06.20)

3.2.021ter

Restart in standing start events
In each round of a standing start event, a team or a rider is only permitted two starts.
One restart shall be given either in the result of a false start, or in the event of amishap.
A team or a rider which causes a further false start or suffer a further mishap in thequalifying round shall be eliminated (DNF).
A team or a rider which causes a further false start or suffer a further mishap in thefirst competition round shall be relegated.
A team or a rider which causes a further false start or suffer a further mishap during
the finals loses the final(article introduced on 04.03.19)§2
3.2.022

The 200 metres Time Trial
Definition
A “200 metres Time Trial” shall take a flying start from the 200 metres line and shallbe used to select the participants and rankings for the sprint competition.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.023
3.2.024

Race procedure
Riders shall take the start in the order determined by the commissaires.
The rider shall enter the track as soon as he has been passed by the previous rider
who has triggered the timing device.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.025

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The distance to accomplish including the momentum and the 200 metres is fixed asfollows, depending on the length of the track:
250 metres track or smaller:
3.5 laps
285,714 metre tracks:
3.0 laps
333,33 metre track:
2.5 laps
400 metres track and longer: 2.0 laps.

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3.2.026[abrogated on 01.01.02]

3.2.027

In case of dead heat, the riders concerned will be classified according to the best timein the last 100 metres. In the case that the last 100 metres time cannot be recorded
or if the riders are still tied, the riders concerned will be classified by drawing lots.
(text modified on 30.09.10)

3.2.028

In the case of a mishap, the rider shall take a new start. Only one new start will bepermitted.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.04)§3
3.2.029

SprintDefinition
The sprint is a race between 2 to 4 riders over 2 or 3 laps.
(text modified on 04.07.03)

3.2.030
3.2.031

Organisation of the competition
The competition shall be organised according to the table in article 3.2.050.
(N) The competition shall at least include:
8 riders;
a 200 meters time trial, flying start;
1/4 finals, straight;
1/2 finals, best of three heats;
finals 3rd-4th and 1st-2nd, best of three heats.
(article introduced on 30.03.09; 14.10.16; 01.10.19)

3.2.032[abrogated on 20.06.14]

3.2.033

During Nations Cup and World Championships, 28 riders shall participate in the sprint
tournament. For other competitions, the same format can be used with a lower
number of riders based on the table of article 3.2.050 qualifying either 16 or 8 riders.
Prior to the first round a qualifying 200 m time trial shall be run to determine the fastest
28 riders taking part to the sprint tournament and the makeup of the heats.
(text modified on 26.08.04; 10.06.05; 01.02.11; 20.06.14; 14.10.16)

3.2.034
3.2.035

Sprint Race[abrogated on 01.01.02]
On tracks of less than 333.33 metres, races shall be ridden over 3 laps. On tracks of
333.33 metres or more, races shall be ridden over 2 laps.
(text modified on 01.01.03)

3.2.036

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Should a rider drop out of a two-up heat, his opponent shall go to the starting line to
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3.2.037

The starting position shall be determined by drawing lots. The rider drawing number
1 shall start on the inside of the track.
In two-heat races, the other rider shall take the position on the inside of the track inthe second heat.
For the deciding round, a fresh draw shall take place.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.038
3.2.039

Race procedure
The start shall be given by whistle.
The rider on the inside of the track, unless overtaken, shall lead at least at walking
pace and make no manoeuvre to force his opponent through until reaching the pursuit
line on the opposite side of the track. A maximum of two standstills shall be permitted
for each race. The maximum period for a standstill shall be 30 seconds following
which, the leading rider shall be directed by the starter to continue. If he fails to do so,
the starter shall stop the race and declare the other rider the winner of the heat. In athree or four-up race, the race shall be immediately rerun as a two or three-up race,
without the relegated rider.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.04; 01.10.11)

3.2.040[abrogated on 01.01.02]

3.2.041

Before the last 200 metres line or the start of the final sprint, riders may avail
themselves of the full width of the track but must nevertheless leave sufficient space
for their opponent to pass and shall refrain from any manoeuvres that could provoke
a collision, a fall or cause any rider to ride off the track.

3.2.042

During the final sprint, even if launched before the last 200 metres, each rider shallremain in his lane up to the finish, unless he has at least a clear cycle-length lead andshall not make any manoeuvre to prevent the opponent from passing.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.043

A rider may not challenge or pass on the left an opponent riding in the sprinters’ lane.
If the leading rider leaves the sprinters’ lane and his opponent attempts to pass to his
left, he may not return to that lane unless he still has a clear cycle-length lead.

3.2.044

A rider passing on the right of his opponent, who is in the sprinters’ lane, may not
crowd him or cause him suddenly to reduce speed.

3.2.045

A rider starting the sprint outside the sprinters’ lane may not drop into that lane if it isalready occupied by his opponent unless there is a clear cycle-length lead.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.046[transferred to article 3.2.008 on 12.06.20]

3.2.047

If, in a three or four-up race, a rider behaves in an irregular manner to favour anotherrider, he shall be relegated. The race shall be immediately rerun as a two or three-up
race.

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3.2.048

Race stoppages
The race may be stopped only:1.
in the case of fall.
If the fall be intentionally caused by a competitor, that competitor shall berelegated or disqualified from the tournament according to the gravity of the fault
committed and the other competitor declared the winner. In three or four-up
heats, the race shall be immediately restarted with the remaining two or threeriders.
Should the fall have been caused by a competitor riding too slowly in a curve orby any other unintentional fault, the race shall be restarted and the offending
rider shall take the inside of the track.
If the fall is not caused by a competitor committing a fault, commissaires shalldecide whether the race is to be restarted with the riders in the same order orwhether the positions at the time of the fall should be considered final.
2.
in the case of a puncture.
3.
in the case of the breakage of an essential part of the bicycle.
In all of these three cases, the commissaires shall decide whether the race is tobe restarted with the riders in the same order or whether the positions at thetime of the incident should be considered final.
4.
in the following cases:a) If a rider loses his balance, falls or touches an opponent or the barrier, therace shall be restarted and the rider in question shall take the inside of the
track.
b) If the starter observes a flagrant infringement and stops the race before thebell rings to indicate the start of the last lap, the commissaires may relegate
or disqualify the rider committing the infringement. The other rider shall bedeclared the winner or in the case of a three or four-up race, it shall berestarted as a two or three-up race.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.049

If the rider committing the infringement is not relegated or disqualified, the race shallbe restarted, and the opponent shall decide their starting position.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 12.06.20)

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3.2.050

Table of sprint competitions:
NATIONS CUP AND WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPSSTARTERS
28

SYSTEM
4 best riders skip
1/16 Finals
12 X 2 → 1 = 12

16

8

4

4

1/8 Finals
8X2→1=8

1/4 Finals
4X2→1=4(in 2 heats,
3 if required)
1/2 Finals
2X2→1=2(in 2 heats,
3 if required)
Finals2X2→1=2(in 2 heats,
3 if required)

EVENT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
1

COMPOSITION
N1 N2 N3 N4 N5 – N28
N6 – N27
N7 – N26
N8 – N25
N9 – N24
N10 – N23
N11 – N22
N12 – N21
N13 – N20
N14 – N19
N15 – N18
N16 – N17
1A – 16A
2A – 15A
3A – 14A
4A – 13A
5A – 12A
6A – 11A
7A – 10A
8A – 9A
1B - 8B
2B - 7B
3B - 6B
4B - 5B
1C - 4C

1st
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
6A
7A
8A
9A
10A
11A
12A
13A
14A
15A
16A
1B
2B
3B
4B
5B
6B
7B
8B
1C
2C
3C
4C
1D1

Other(s)22C - 3C

2D1

2D2

1

1D1 - 2D1

1er (gold)

2e (silver)

2

1D2 – 2D2

3e (bronze)

4e

Ranked17 to 28
according to
200 m TT
Qualifying

Ranked9 to 16according to
200 m TT
Qualifying
Ranked 5 to
8 according
to 200 m TT
Qualifying
1D2(text modified on 26.08.04; 10.06.05; 20.06.14; 14.10.16; 05.04.17; 12.06.20)

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SYSTEM
1/32 Finals
12 x 2 -> 1 = 12

EVENT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
2
1
2
3
4

COMPOSITION
N1 - N24
N2 - N23
N3 - N22
N4 - N21
N5 - N20
N6 - N19
N7 - N18
N8 - N17
N9 - N16
N10 - N15
N11 - N14
N12 - N13
1A2 - 8A2 - 9A2
2A2 - 7A2 - 10A2
3A2 - 6A2 - 11A2
4A2 - 5A2 - 12A2
1A1 - 4B
2A1 - 3B
3A1 - 2B
4A1 - 1B
5A1 - 12A1
6A1 - 11A1
7A1 - 10A1
8A1 - 9A1
1C2 - 8C2
2C2 - 7C2
3C2 - 6C2
4C2 - 5C2
1C1 - 4D1
2C1 - 3D1
3C1 - 2D1
4C1 - 1D1
5C1 - 8C1
6C1 - 7C1
1E2 - 4E2 - 5E2
2E2 - 3E2 - 6E2
1E1 - 2F1
2E1 - 1F1
3E1 - 6E1
4E1 - 5E1

1st
1A1
2A1
3A1
4A1
5A1
6A1
7A1
8A1
9A1
10A1
11A1
12A1
1B
2B
3B
4B
1C1
2C1
3C1
4C1
5C1
6C1
7C1
8C1
1D1
2D1
3D1
4D1
1E1
2E1
3E1
4E1
5E1
6E1
1F1
2F1
1G1
2G1
3G1
4G1

12

Repechages
4 x 3 -> 1 = 4

1/2 Finals
2 x 2 -> 1 = 2(in 2 heats
3 if required)1

1G1 - 4G1

1H1

1H2

2

2G1 - 3G1

2H1

2H2

Finals2 x 2 -> 1 = 2(in 2 heats
3 if required)1

1H1 - 2H1

1st (gold)

2nd (silver)

2

1H2 - 2H2

3rd (bronze)

4th

16

1/16 Finals
8 x 2 -> 1 = 8

8

Repechages
4 x 2 -> 1 = 4

12

1/8 Finals
6 x 2 -> 1 = 6

6

Repechages
2 x 3 -> 1 = 2
1/4 Finals
4 x 2 -> 1 = 4(in 2 heats,
3 if required)

8

4

4

Other(s)
1A2
2A2
3A2
4A2
5A2
6A2
7A2
8A2
9A2
10A2
11A2
12A2
Ranking according to
200m TT
1C2
2C2
3C2
4C2
5C2
6C2
7C2
8C2
Ranking according to
200m TT
1E2
2E2
3E2
4E2
5E2
6E2
Ranking according to
200m TTFor places
5 to 8(text modified on 25.09.07; 04.03.19)

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3.2.051

Individual pursuit
Definition
Two cyclists compete in a fixed distance. The riders start on opposite sides of the
track. The winner is determined by either catching the other rider or recording thefastest time.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.052

3.2.053

Organisation of the competition
Races shall be run over:
4 km for Men
3 km for Women
3 km for Junior Men
2 km for Junior Women.
This event shall be organised in two series:
1.
The qualifying rounds to select the best 4 riders on the basis of their times.
2.
the finals
The riders with the two best times shall ride off in the final for first and second place
while the two others shall ride off in the final for third and fourth places.
(text modified on 26.08.04)

3.2.054[abrogated on 04.03.19]

3.2.055

For the qualifying rounds the commissaires shall make up each match from riders
presumed to be of equal ability, but without matching the two presumed to be the best.

3.2.056

During the qualifying rounds account shall be taken solely of times.
If a rider is caught, he must finish the distance to have a time recorded.
A caught rider may not ride in the slipstream of his opponent, nor pass him, on painof disqualification. Similarly, the catching rider may not ride in the slipstream of his
opponent, on pain of disqualification.
(text modified on 01.10.19)

3.2.057

In a race between two of the four best riders (finals), if one rider catches the other therace is deemed to have finished.

3.2.058

A rider is considered to have been caught at the point that the chainset on his
opponent’s bicycle draws level with that on his own bicycle.

3.2.059[abrogated on 01.10.19]

3.2.060

Should a rider fail to take the start of a final, his opponent is declared the winner.
A rider failing to start the final for 1st and 2nd places shall be placed 2nd; a rider failingto start the final for 3rd and 4th places shall be placed 4th. If the reason for failing toride is not accepted, the absent rider shall be disqualified, and his place shall remainvacant.

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3.2.061

In the event that riders record the same times, the rider who records the best time forthe final lap shall be declared the winner.
(text modified on 13.06.08)

3.2.062

Preparation of the track[abrogated on 21.06.18].

3.2.063At the start the two riders shall be positioned at diametrically opposite points on the
track.

3.2.064

The starting point in front of the main stand shall be marked by a red disc. The starting
point in the back straight shall be marked by a green disc.

3.2.065(N) At each finishing point a device shall be set up to record the time of each rider andtrigger a green light and a red light to indicate the passing of the respective riders.

3.2.066

A lap counter and a bell shall be set up at each rider's finish line.

3.2.067(N) The order of passing, the number of laps completed, the time of each rider andthe difference in time between the two riders on each half-lap and the final time ofeach rider will be displayed on the electronic scoreboard.

3.2.068

On tracks whose size is such that the distance to be ridden does not comprise acomplete number of laps, the point of the final kilometre shall be marked by a red
pennant for the rider who starts from the red disc and a green pennant for the rider
starting from the green disc. In competitions for Junior Women the last 500 meters
will be marked.
(text modified on 20.09.05)

3.2.069(N) At the start, each rider shall be held in a starting block.

3.2.070

Race procedure
The start shall be taken on the inside edge of the track.

3.2.071

Riders starting point:a)for the qualifying rounds, the commissaires shall determine the starting point foreach rider.
b)in the final, the rider who has in the previous round recorded the best time shallfinish in front of the main grandstand.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 26.08.04; 26.06.07; 04.03.19)

3.2.072

The starter shall stop the race with a double pistol shot in the event of a false start orof a mishap. The race will then be restarted as per articles 3.2.074 and 3.2.075.
(text modified on 20.09.05; 04.03.19)

3.2.073

E1021

During the finals, a pistol shot shall mark the end of the race at the moment on which
each rider crosses his finish line at full distance or at the moment that one rider
catches the other.
(text modified on 01.10.11)

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3.2.074

Mishaps(section subject to article 3.2.021ter)
Qualifying rounds:
In the first half-lap, in the event of a mishap, the race is stopped and restarted
immediately.
After the first half-lap the race shall not be stopped. A rider who is the victim of amishap shall be permitted to ride again at the end of the qualifying rounds (either
alone against the watch or matched against another rider in the same situation).
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.04; 04.03.19)

3.2.075

Finals:In the event of a mishap in the first half-lap, the race shall be stopped and restarted
immediately by both riders.
After the first half-lap no mishap will be taken into consideration. The rider that suffers
a mishap shall be considered beaten in finals.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.04; 26.08.04; 26.06.07; 05.03.18; 04.03.19)

3.2.076[article transferred to article 3.2.021ter on 04.03.19]

3.2.076bis[abrogated on 01.01.02]§5
3.2.077

Team pursuit
Definition
The team pursuit is a race with two opposing teams, starting on each side of the track.
The winner is determined by either catching the other team or recording the fastesttime.
The event is run over four kilometres by teams of four riders.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 26.06.07; 25.02.13; 12.06.20)

3.2.078

3.2.079

Organisation of the competition
Except for the specific details (even implicit) in this sub-section, the rules of theindividual pursuit shall apply equally to the team pursuit.
Teams shall be made up of riders entered for this event. The composition of the team
may vary from one round to another. An incomplete team in the sense of article
3.2.077 may not take the start.
The team manager must notify the commissaires of any changes at least 30 minutes
before the relevant competition round start.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 30.09.10; 21.06.18; 04.03.19)

3.2.080

E1021

The time and the classification of each team shall be taken on that of the third rider of
each team. The time shall be measured on the front wheel of the third rider of eachteam.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03)

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3.2.081

A team is caught when the opposing team (at least 3 riders riding together) arrives ator within a distance of one metre of it.

3.2.082

Qualifying rounds shall be organised to find the 4 best teams, 8 for the Nations Cup,World Championships and the Olympic Games.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 26.08.04; 26.06.07; 21.06.18)

3.2.083

In the qualifying rounds, teams shall ride against the clock.
Depending on the number of entered teams, the Commissaires’ Panel may decide to
run qualifying rounds with two teams in each heat.
The seeding may be determined taking into account the targeted time communicatedby the team manager at the rider confirmation, but without matching the two teams
presumed to be the best.
(text modified on 14.10.16; 01.07.17)

3.2.084[abrogated on 01.01.02]

3.2.085

This event shall be organised in two phases:
1.
The qualifying rounds to select the 4 best teams on the basis of their times;
2.
The finals.
The teams having made the two best times shall ride off the final for first and second
places, the two others shall ride off the final for third and fourth places.
First competition round:
At Nations Cup, the World Championships and the Olympic Games, the 8 Teams
recording the best times in the qualifying rounds shall be matched in the firstcompetition round as follows:
The team having obtained the 6th fastest time against the one having obtained the 7th
fastest time.
The team having obtained the 5th fastest time against the one having obtained the 8th
fastest time.
The team having obtained the 2nd fastest time against the one having obtained the 3rd
fastest time.
The team having obtained the fastest time against the one having obtained the 4th
fastest time.
The heats shall be ridden in the inverse order to that stated below.
Finals:
The winners of the last two heats in the first competition round shall ride the final forfirst and second places.
The remaining 6 teams shall be ranked according to their times from the firstcompetition round and shall dispute the finals as follows:
The two fastest teams shall ride the final for 3rd and 4th places.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 26.08.04; 26.06.07; 01.02.11; 20.06.14; 14.10.16)
At the Olympic Games, only:
The next two fastest teams shall ride the final for 5th and 6th places.
The final two teams shall ride the final for 7th and 8th places.

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3.2.086

In the last two heats of the first competition round, if one team catches the other, thecatching team is declared the winner and shall stop as soon as possible in order toallow the other team to finish the distance and thus to record a time. In this case, if
one or both teams catch their opponents, the times from the qualifying round shall be
used to determine which of the two teams shall finish in the home straight.
During the finals, if one team is caught by the other, the race is over, and the catchingteam shall be declared the winner.
In both situations above, a pistol shot marks the end of the race at the moment on
which the team crosses its finish line at the full distance or at the moment on which
one team catches the other.
(text modified on 20.06.19; 01.10.19).
3.2.087

Incomplete teams may not take the start. In the qualifying rounds, incomplete teams
shall furthermore be disqualified.
If a team fails to take the start in the first competition round, no substitution shall bemade. The team failing to start shall be classified in 8th place.
If several teams fail to start, they shall be classified in 8th place and above in order of
their times in the qualifying rounds. If the reason for failing to ride is not accepted by
the Commissaires’ Panel, the absent team shall be disqualified, and its place shallremain vacant. The team that takes the start must ride alone to set a time to determine
the composition of the finals.
(text modified on 26.06.07; 01.10.11)

3.2.088

Should a team fail to start in the finals, its opponents shall be declared winners andthe team not starting shall be placed second in that heat.
If the reason for failing to ride is not accepted by the Commissaires’ Panel, the absent
team shall be disqualified, and its place shall remain vacant.
(text modified on 01.10.11)

3.2.089

Situations of teams not starting and ties on time shall be decided in accordance withthe regulations for the individual pursuit and with reference to article 3.3.012.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 12.06.20)

3.2.090

Preparation of the track(N) An electronic timing strip shall be set up on the pursuit lines in order to judge thefinish of the front wheel of the third rider of each team.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.091

The timing and recording of half-laps completed shall be made on the front wheel ofthe third rider.
(text modified on 01.02.11)

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3.2.092

Race procedure
The riders of each team shall start side by side behind the start line.
The lateral distance between riders shall be one metre.
(N) The rider, placed on the inside of the track, shall be held by a starting block andshall be the leading rider.
(text modified on 03.03.14)

3.2.093[abrogated on 03.03.14]

3.2.094

The starter shall stop the race for a false start or a mishap by a double pistol shot, forexample, one of the riders anticipates the start or if the rider on the inside of the track
fails to take the lead.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 04.03.19)

3.2.095[article transferred to article 3.2.021ter on 04.03.19]

3.2.096

Pushing between members of the same team is strictly forbidden on pain of
disqualification in the qualifying rounds and relegation in the first competition round.
During the finals, that team loses its finals.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 26.08.04; 26.06.07)

3.2.097

When the commissaires see that a team is about to be caught, they shall, in order toavoid a collision with the other team or hinder its progress, signal to the former teamwith a red flag and a whistle that it may not perform any more relays and must remain
at the bottom of the track until the opposing team has passed.
Any failure to act on this instruction shall result in the immediate disqualification of theteam.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 20.06.19)

3.2.098

The race shall be over at the moment that the third rider of each team crosses thefinishing line for the final time at full distance or, in the finals, at the point that one
team (at least 3 riders riding together) catches the other team.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

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3.2.099

Mishaps(section subject to article 3.2.021ter)
Qualifying round:
During the first half-lap, if any team suffers a mishap the race is stopped and restarted
immediately.
If a mishap occurs after the first half-lap and only one rider is involved, the team mayeither continue with 3 riders, or stop. If the team chooses to stop, it must do so within
one lap of the place of the mishap or they face disqualification. Where practicable, theother team shall continue.
The team of a rider which has stopped following a mishap shall restart at the end of
the qualifying rounds, or at a suitable position not to disrupt the preparation of otherteams as decided by the Commissaires’ Panel, where applicable with another teamin the same situation.
If a team suffers a mishap during its subsequent ride, it shall continue with three riders
or be disqualified.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.02.03; 01.01.04; 26.08.04; 26.06.07; 25.02.13;
21.06.18; 04.03.19; 01.10.19)

3.2.100

First competition round and finals:
In the event of a mishap in the first half-lap, the race is stopped and restarted
immediately.
After the first half-lap no mishap will be taken into consideration. The team shallcontinue if they still have three riders on the track.
Otherwise this team must stop and will be:
relegated and placed according to article 3.3.012 in the first competition round;considered beaten in finals.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 26.08.04; 26.06.07, 04.03.19; 01.10.19; 12.06.20)§63.2.1013.2.102

Kilometre and 500 metres Time Trial
Definition
The race known as the «kilometre» or «500 metres» race respectively is an individual
time trial race with a standing start.
During the Nations Cup and World Championships, this race is run over a distance of1000 metres for men and 500 metres for women.

3.2.103

Organisation of the competition[abrogated on 14.10.16]

3.2.104

The starting order shall be set by commissaires.

3.2.105[abrogated on 01.02.11]

3.2.106

Qualifying rounds shall be organised in two-up heats to find the 8 best riders. In the
finals, each participant shall take the track alone.
(text modified on 14.10.16).

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3.2.106bis(N) This event shall be organised in two phases:
1. The qualifying rounds to select the 8 best riders on the basis of their times;
2. The finals.
For event of Class 1 and Class 2 on the World Calendar, the races can be ridden
directly as a final.
(text modified on 14.10.16; 01.07.17)

3.2.107

In the case of a draw, the rider who records the best time for the final lap shall bedeclared the winner.
(text modified on 12.06.20)

3.2.108

All competitors must ride the course at the same meeting. If it is not possible for all
the participants to ride this race, for example because of atmospheric conditions, theentire race shall be rerun at the following meeting and no account shall be taken of
the times previously made.

3.2.109

Race procedure[abrogated on 21.06.18].

3.2.110(N) The rider shall be held at the start by a starting block.

3.2.111The start shall be taken on the inside edge of the track.
Mishap(section subject to article 3.2.021ter)

3.2.112

Qualifying rounds:
In the event of a mishap, where practicable, the other rider shall continue.
The starter shall not stop the race unless the track is obstructed. The affected rider(s)shall take a new start, if allowed, at the end of the qualifying rounds, or at a suitable
time as decided by the Commissaires’ Panel.
A rider suffering a second mishap during a subsequent ride shall be eliminated (DNF).
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.04; 04.03.19; 01.10.19; 12.06.20)

3.2.112bis

FinalsIn the event of a mishap, the race is stopped and restarted immediately.
A rider suffering a second mishap during a subsequent ride shall be consideredbeaten.
(article introduced on 01.10.19; text modified on 12.06.20)

3.2.113

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3.2.114

Points Race
Definition
The Points Race is a speciality in which the final placings are determined according
to accumulated points won by riders during the sprints and by taking laps.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03)

3.2.115

3.2.116

Organisation of the competition
According to the number of riders entered for the speciality, the commissaires may
possibly compose qualifying heats and shall determine how many of the best placed
riders from each heat are to participate in the final.
On the 250 metres track or shorter, intermediate sprints shall be run off every 10 laps.
On other tracks, intermediate sprints are run off after each number of laps closest to
2 km, that is to say:every 7 laps on 285.714 metres tracks
every 6 laps on 333.33 metres tracks
every 5 laps on 400 metres tracks

3.2.117TRACK
LENGTH(in m)

250
200
285.714333.33400

E1021

The competition shall be held over at least the following the distances, number of laps
and number of sprints as shown in the following table:
MEN ELITEWOMEN ELITEMEN JUNIORWOMEN JUNIOR

EventDistance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Distance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Distance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Distance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final

15
30
14
30
16
30
14
30
14
30

60
120
70
150
56
105
42
90
35
75

6
12
7
15
5
10
7
15
7
15

10
20
10
20
12
20
10
20
10
20

40
80
50
100
42
70
30
60
25
50

4
8
5
10
4
7
5
10
5
10

10
20
10
20
12
20
10
20
10
20

40
80
50
100
42
70
30
60
25
50

4
8
5
10
4
7
5
10
5
10

10
15
8
16
10
16
10
16
8
16

40
60
40
80
35
56
30
48
20
40

4
6
4
8
3
5
5
8
4
8

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During Nations Cup and World Championships the distances, number of laps andnumber of sprints shall be as shown in the following table:
TRACK
LENGTH(in m)

250
200
285.714333.33400

MEN ELITEWOMEN ELITEMEN JUNIORWOMEN JUNIOR

EventDistance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Distance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Distance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Distance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final

20
40
20
40
20
40
20
40
20
40

80
160
100
200
70
140
60
120
50
100

8
16
10
20
7
14
10
20
10
20

15
25
15
25
16
24
16
25
16
26

60
100
75
125
56
84
48
75
40
65

6
10
7
12
5
8
8
15
8
13

15
25
15
25
16
24
16
25
16
24

60
100
75
125
56
84
48
75
40
60

6
10
7
12
5
8
8
15
8
12

10
20
10
20
10
20
10
20
10
20

40
80
50
100
35
70
30
60
25
50

4
8
5
10
3
7
5
10
5
10

There shall be an equal number of laps between all sprints, starting from the final
sprint, according to the following:
Tracks of less than 200m – 15 laps
Tracks of 200m to less than 333.3m – 10 laps
Tracks of 333.3m – 6 laps
Tracks of 400m and longer – 5 laps
In the case where the total number of laps is not divisible by the indicated number oflaps between sprints, the “additional” laps shall be ridden prior to the first sprint. (Forexample, on a 285.7m track, sprints are held every 10 laps. If the race is 56 laps, thefirst sprint will take place after 16 laps, and then every 10 laps thereafter).
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03; 30.03.09; 04.03.19; 01.10.19; 12.06.20)
3.2.118

The first rider in each sprint shall be awarded 5 points, the second 3 points, the third
2 points and the fourth one point. Points awarded in the last sprint after the full
distance will be doubled (10 points, 6 points, 4 points, 2 points).
In the case of a tie in the sprint, the riders shall be awarded the same position, withthe corresponding points for that position (for example, if two riders tie for first in apoints sprint, they will both score 5 points; there will not be a second place in thiscase).
Any rider that gains a lap on the main field is awarded 20 points.
Any rider that loses a lap on the main field is penalised 20 points.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03; 14.10.16; 12.06.20)

3.2.119

Where two or more riders are equal on points, the places in the final sprint shalldeclare the winner.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.04)

3.2.120

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Before the start, half of the riders shall be lined up along the railings, the other halflining up in single file in the sprinter’s lane.

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3.2.121

A flying start shall be taken after one neutralised lap.

3.2.122

Sprints shall be run according to the rules governing sprint races.

3.2.123[abrogated on 12.06.20]

3.2.124[abrogated on 01.10.19].

3.2.125

If at the moment of a sprint considered for classification, one or some rider(s) gain alap, this/these rider(s) shall be awarded 20 points. The points awarded for the sprint
shall be given immediately starting from the next time the leader on the track crosses
the finish line (for example, to the riders in the break, or to those at the head of thebunch).
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03; 01.10.19; 12.06.20)

3.2.126

One or more riders having dropped behind the bunch and having been caught up by
one or more riders ahead of the bunch may not lead these riders, under pain of
disqualification.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03; 01.10.19)

3.2.127

Riders one or several laps down may be withdrawn by the Commissaires’ Panel.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.128[article transferred to article 3.2.002 on 04.03.19]

3.2.129[article transferred to article 3.2.020bis on 04.03.19]

3.2.130[article transferred to article 3.2.020bis on 04.03.19]

3.2.131

Should more than half the riders fall, the race shall be stopped and the commissaires
shall determine the duration of the interruption. A new start shall be taken from thepositions at the moment of the fall.

3.2.132[article transferred to article 3.2.020bis on 12.06.20]

3.2.133

If the track becomes impracticable to race for any reason, the commissaires shalldecide as follows:
DISTANCE

10 km
15 / 16 km
20 km
24 / 25 km
30 km
40 km

Complete rerun
the same day
Stopped before
8 km
10 km
10 km
10 km
15 km
15 km

DECISIONS
Resume race withpoints accumulated
Stopped between//
10-15 km10-20 km15-25 km15-30 km

Let results standStopped after
8 km
10 km
15 km
20 km
25 km
30 km

(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03)

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3.2.134

KeirinDefinition
Riders compete in a sprint after completing a number of laps behind a motorized pacer
who leaves the track 3 laps to go (250 m tracks). For other track sizes the motorizedpacer should leave the track closest to 750m from the finish.
The number of laps without the motorized pacer shall equal the number of laps behindthe motorized pacer.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 14.10.16; 04.03.19)

3.2.135

Organisation of the competition(N) The competition shall at least include:
10 ridersa qualifying round, 2 heats of 5 riders;a final for places 7 to 10;
a final for places 1 to 6.
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The competition shall be organised as shown in the following tables:

10 à 14

1st round
No of
No of
heats riders per
heat
2
5-7

No of
riders

No of
heats

15 to 21
22 to 28
29 to 42

3
4
6

No of
ridersNo ofriders

No of
heats

43 to 49
50 to 56
57 to 63
64 to 70

78
9
10

1st round
No ofRidersriders per qualified perheat
heat for the
1/2 finals
5-7
2
5-7
2
4-7
1
1st round
No ofRidersridersqualifiedperper heatheat
for the
1/4 finals
6-7
6-7
6-7
6-7

TRACK LENGTH
250

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Top 3 in final 1-6
4th to 6th in final 7-12

1
1
1
1

No of
heats

6
7
8
9

NO. OF LAPS
6

No of
heats

2-3
4
6

Repechages
No ofRidersriders per
qualified perheat
heat for the
1/2 finals
5-7
2-3
3-5
1
3-6
1

Repechages
No ofRidersridersqualifiedperper heatheat for the 1/4
finals
6-7
6-7
6-7
6-7

2
2
2
2

No of
heats

3
4
4
4

1/2 finals
No of
No of
heats riders perheat

2

1/4 finals
No ofRidersriders qualified
perper heatheat
for the1/2
finals
6-7
2
5-6
2
6-7
2
7
2

6

No of
heats

2
2
4
4

Top 3 in final 1-6
Others in final 7-12

Repechages
No ofRidersriders qualified
perper heatheat
for the1/2
finals
6-7
3
7
2
4-5
1
5
1

PACER (No. of laps to the finish)
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1/2 finals
No of No ofheats riders
per
heat

2

6

Top 3 in final 1-6
Others in final 7-12

UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSCOMPOSITION EXAMPLE OF KEIRIN EVENTS INVOLVING 28 RIDERS
Composition:

1st ROUND

4 HEATS of 7 riders
A
R1
R8
R9
R16
R17
R24
R25

B
R2
R7
R10
R15
R18
R23
R26

C
R3
R6
R11
R14
R19
R22
R27

D
R4
R5
R12
R13
R20
R21
R28

Abbreviations: «R» Rank on the last UCI Individual Keirin Ranking. In the absence of rank, drawing lots.
Results:

*QA1
*QA2
QA3
QA4
QA5
QA6
QA7

*QB1
*QB2
QB3
QB4
QB5
QB6
QB7

*QC1
*QC2
QC3
QC4
QC5
QC6
QC7

*QD1
*QD2
QD3
QD4
QD5
QD6
QD7

*Riders qualified for 2nd Round (Semi-finals) – the other riders participate in the repechages

Composition:

REPECHAGES

Results:
All ranked 13
All ranked 17
All ranked 21
All ranked 25

4 HEATS of 5 riders
QA3
QD4
QC5
QB6
QA7

QB3
QC4
QB5
QA6
QD7

QC3
QB4
QA5
QD6
QC7

QD3
QA4
QD5
QC6
QB7

*RA1
RA2
RA3
RA4
RA5

*RB1
RB2
RB3
RB4
RB5

*RC1
RC2
RC3
RC4
RC5

*RD1
RD2
RD3
RD4
RD5

*Riders qualified for 2nd Round (Semi-finals) – the other riders are ranked relative to the finish order of
each of the heats (to be adapted depending on the number of heats)

Composition:

2nd ROUND:(1/2 finals)

Results:

2 heats of 6 riders
FA
QA1
QD1
QB2
QC2
RA1
RD1

FB
QB1
QC1
QA2
QD2
RB1
RC1

*FA1
*FA2
*FA3
**FA4
**FA5
**FA6

*FB1
*FB2
*FB3
**FB4
**FB5
**FB6

*Riders qualified for the FINAL 1 – 6**Riders qualified for the FINAL 7 – 12

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSCOMPOSITION EXAMPLE OF KEIRIN EVENTS INVOLVING 30 RIDERS AT OLYMPIC GAMES
Composition:

1st ROUND

5 HEATS of 6 riders
A
B
R1
R2
R10
R9
R11
R12
R20
R19
R21
R22
R30
R29

C
R3
R8
R13
R18
R23
R28

D
R4
R7
R14
R17
R24
R27

E
R5
R6
R15
R16
R25
R26

Abbreviations: «R» Rank on the last UCI Individual Keirin Ranking. In the absence of rank, drawing lots.
Results:

*QA1
*QA2
QA3
QA4
QA5
QA6

*QB1
*QB2
QB3
QB4
QB5
QB6

*QC1
*QC2
QC3
QC4
QC5
QC6

*QD1
*QD2
QD3
QD4
QD5
QD6

*QE1
*QE2
QE3
QE4
QE5
QE6

*Riders qualified for 2nd Round (1/4-finals) – the other riders participate in the repechages

Composition:

REPECHAGES

Results:
All ranked 19
All ranked 23
All ranked 27

4 HEATS of 5 riders
QA3
QB3
QD4
QC4
QE4
QA4
QB6
QE5
QC6
QD6
*RA1
*RA2
RA3
RA4
RA5

*RB1
*RB2
RB3
RB4
RB5

QC3
QB4
QA5
QD5
QE6

QD3
QE3
QB5
QC5
QA6

*RC1
*RC2
RC3
RC4
RC5

*RD1
*RD2
RD3
RD4
RD5

*Riders qualified for 2nd Round (1/4-finals) – the other riders are ranked relative to the finish order of eachof the heats

Composition:

2nd ROUND
1/4 finals
Results:

All ranked 13
All ranked 16

3 heats of 6 riders
A
QA1
QD1
QB2
RB1
RC1
RD2
*SA1
*SA2
*SA3
*SA4
SA5
SA6

B
QB1
QE1
QC2
RA1
RD1
RC2

C
QC1
QA2
QD2
QE2
RA2
RB2

*SB1
*SB2
*SB3
*SB4
SB5
SB6

*SC1
*SC2
*SC3
*SC4
SC5
SC6

*Riders qualified for ½ finals – the other riders are ranked relative to the finish order of each of the heats

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Composition:

3rd ROUND
1/2 finals

2 heats of 6 riders
SA
SA1
SA2
SB2
SB3
SC3
SC4

Results:

*FA1
*FA2
*FA3
**FA4
**FA5
**FA6

SB
SB1
SC1
SC2
SA3
SA4
SB4
*FB1
*FB2
*FB3
**FB4
**FB5
**FB6

*Riders qualified for the FINAL 1 – 6**Riders qualified for the FINAL 7 – 12

(text modified on 01.01.02; 30.03.09; 19.06.09; 21.06.18; 04.03.19; 12.06.20)
3.2.136[abrogated on 01.01.02]

3.2.137

The pacer shall ride within the sprinter line, starting at 30 kph and shall gradually
increase speed to 50 kph which should be reached at the latest when leaving the
track, after the pursuit line on the home straight, 3 laps to go (250 m tracks).
(text modified on 01.01.02; 14.10.16)

3.2.138

3.2.139

Race procedure
The starting positions of the riders shall be determined by drawing lots. The riders
shall be placed side by side in that order on the pursuit line, the sprinters’ lane being
left free. The riders shall be held, but not pushed, by assistants.
The start shall be given when the pacer approaches the pursuit line in the sprinters’lane. At the start, riders shall take their positions determined by the draw, directly
behind the pacer, for at least the first lap, failing which the race shall be stopped andriders that failed to comply shall be disqualified. In the restart, the remaining riders
shall again take their same relative positions behind the pacer.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 1.02.03; 19.06.09; 14.10.16)

3.2.139bis

The riders shall remain immediately behind the pacer until such time as the pacer
leaves the track.
(article introduced on 01.10.11)

3.2.140

In the case when one or more riders pass the leading edge of the front wheel of thepacer before the pursuit line when he leaves the track, the race will be stopped andrerun without the rider(s) at fault, which will be disqualified.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 19.06.09; 14.10.16)

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Figure 2

Figure 3
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3.2.141

The race shall be run according to the Sprint Regulations.

3.2.142

The race will be stopped if one or more riders are at fault or behave in an unsportingmanner while being placed behind the derny. The race will be rerun without therider(s) at fault, which will be penalised depending on the gravity of the situation(relegation with a warning, or disqualification).
(text modified on 20.09.05; 19.06.09, 12.06.20)

3.2.143

A restart will take place immediately if a mishap occurs within the first half-lap. Afterthe first half-lap no mishap will be taken into consideration.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 20.09.05; 04.03.19)§9Team Sprint(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.144

Definition
The Team Sprint is a race with two opposing teams, each of whose riders shall leadfor one lap.
The event is run over three laps of a track by teams of three riders.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 19.09.06; 12.06.20)

3.2.144bis

In the qualifying rounds, teams shall ride against the clock.
Depending on the number of entered teams, the Commissaires’ Panel may decide to
run qualifying rounds with two teams in each heat.
(article introduced on 21.06.18)

3.2.145

Organisation of the competition
This event shall be organised in three phases at Nations Cup, World Championships
and Olympic Games:
1.
The qualifying heats to select the 8 best teams on the basis of their times;
2.
In the first competition round, the 8 best teams shall be matched as follows:
The team having obtained the 4th fastest time against the one having obtained
the 5th fastest time
The team having obtained the 3rd fastest time against the one having obtained
the 6th fastest time
The team having obtained the 2nd fastest time against the one having obtained
the 7th fastest time
The team having obtained the fastest time against the one having obtained the
8th fastest time.
3.
The finals
The four winning teams from the first competition round shall dispute the finals.
The teams having made the two best times shall ride the final for first andsecond places and the other two teams shall ride the final for third and fourth
places.
Teams beaten during the first competition round shall be placed fifth to eighth
according to their times at that stage of the competition.
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3.2.146

At the Olympic Games only:
The four losing teams from the first competition round shall dispute the finals for 5th to
8th place.
The teams having made the 5th and 6th fastest time shall ride the final for 5th and 6th
and the other two teams shall ride the final for 7th and 8th.
(article introduced on 26.06.07; modified on 14.10.16)

3.2.147

In case of a draw, the best time made during the last lap shall decide.

3.2.148

If a team declares forfeit in a final, it shall not be replaced. The other team shall bedeclared the winner.
If the reason for which that team did not ride is not accepted, the absent team shallbe disqualified.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.148bis

If a team fails to take the start in the first competition round, no substitution shall bemade. The team failing to start shall be classified in 8th place.
If several teams fail to start, they shall be classified in 8th place and above in order of
their times in the qualifying rounds. If the reason for failing to ride is not accepted by
the Commissaires’ Panel, the absent team shall be disqualified, and its place shallremain vacant. The team that takes the start must ride alone to set a time to determine
the composition of the finals.
(article introduced on 01.10.11)

3.2.149

Teams shall be made up of riders entered for this event. The composition of a team
may be modified from one heat to another. An incomplete team may not take the start.
The team manager must notify the commissaires of any changes at least 30 minutes
before the relevant competition round start.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 30.09.10)

3.2.149bis

Preparation of the track
The blue band shall be made impassable on both sides of the track by the placing of
three 50 cm long pads of a synthetic material at 5 meters, at 10 meters and at 15
meters from the pursuit lines. No other pads shall be placed on the blue band.
(article introduced on 04.03.19)

3.2.150

3.2.151

Race procedure
The start shall be taken in the middle of each straight. During the qualifying races, theplace of each team shall be determined by the commissaires. Subsequently, the teamhaving made the best time in the preceding stage of the competition, shall start infront of the main grandstand.
The riders of each team shall start side by side behind the start line. The lateral
distance between riders shall be 1.5 metres.
(N) The rider, placed on the inside of the track, shall be held by a starting block andshall be the leading rider.

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3.2.152

The leading rider shall lead the first lap and move towards the outside of the track andthen drop back to leave the track without hindering the other team.
The rider that was in second position shall lead the following lap and then he shalldrop out in the same manner.
The third rider shall end the last lap alone.
(text modified on 19.09.06; 04.03.19; 12.06.20)

3.2.153

At the completion of his lap, the leading edge of the leading rider’s front wheel mustcross the pursuit line ahead of the leading edge of the front wheel of the following
rider. Thereafter, the leading rider must draw aside immediately and ride above thesprinter’s line no later than within 15 meters after the pursuit line.
Pushing between members of the same team is strictly forbidden.
If there is doubt that the above requirements have been met, a review of available
information is to be made. If confirmed, the team shall be relegated to the last placein that stage of the competition.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.10.12; 14.10.16)

Figure 1

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Figure 2

Figure 3

Figure 4

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Figure 5

Figure 6

Figure 7

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Mishap(section subject to article 3.2.021ter)
3.2.154

Qualifying rounds:
In the event of a mishap, the team must restart at the end of the qualifying rounds.
Any team which may have been hindered by a mishap to its opponents may, bydecision of the Commissaires' Panel, be granted a restart at the end of the qualifying
rounds.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 04.03.19)

3.2.155First competition round and finals:
In the event of a mishap the race shall be stopped and restarted immediately.
After the first half-lap no mishap will be taken into consideration. In such a case, theteam must stop and will be:
relegated and placed last as per article 3.3.012 in the first competition round;considered beaten in finals.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 26.08.04; 26.06.07; 04.03.19; 12.06.20)§ 10
3.2.156

MadisonDefinition
The Madison Race is a speciality involving teams of 2 riders, in which the final
placings are determined according to the accumulated points won by teams during
the sprints and by taking laps.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 14.10.16; 04.03.19; 01.10.19)

3.2.157

TRACK
LENGTH(in m)

250
200
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The competition shall be held over at least the following distances (number of laps),and number of sprints as shown in the following table:
MEN ELITEWOMEN ELITEMEN JUNIORWOMEN JUNIOR

EventDistance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Distance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Distance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Distance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final

15
30
14
30
16
30
14
30
14
30

60
120
70
150
56
105
42
90
35
75

6
12
7
15
5
10
7
15
7
15

10
20
10
20
12
20
10
20
10
20

40
80
50
100
42
70
30
60
25
50

4
8
5
10
4
7
5
10
5
10

10
20
10
20
12
20
10
20
10
20

40
80
50
100
42
70
30
60
25
50

4
8
5
10
4
7
5
10
5
10

10
15
8
16
10
16
10
16
8
16

40
60
40
80
35
56
30
48
20
40

4
6
4
8
3
5
5
8
4
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TRACK
LENGTH(in m)

250
200
285.714333.33400

MEN ELITEWOMEN ELITEMEN JUNIORWOMEN JUNIOR

EventDistance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Distance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Distance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Distance
(km)

Laps

Sprints

Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final
Qualif.
Final

25
50
25
50
25.1
50
25
50
26
50

100
200
125
250
88
175
75
150
65
125

10
20
12
25
8
17
12
25
12
25

15
30
15
30
15.1
30
14
30
14
30

60
120
75
150
53
105
42
90
35
75

6
12
7
15
5
10
7
15
7
15

15
30
15
30
15.1
30
14
30
14
30

60
120
75
150
53
105
42
90
35
75

6
12
7
15
5
10
7
15
7
15

10
20
10
20
10
20
10
20
10
20

40
80
50
100
35
70
30
60
25
50

4
8
5
10
3
7
5
10
5
10

There shall be an equal number of laps between all sprints, starting from the final
sprint, according to the following:
Tracks of less than 200m – 15 laps
Tracks of 200m to less than 333.3m – 10 laps
Tracks of 333.3m – 6 laps
Tracks of 400m and longer – 5 laps
In the case where the total number of laps is not divisible by the indicated number oflaps between sprints, the “additional” laps shall be ridden prior to the first sprint. (Forexample, on a 285.7m track, sprints are held every 10 laps. If the race is 56 laps, thefirst sprint will take place after 16 laps, and then every 10 laps thereafter).
(text modified on 01.01.02; 30.03.09; 01.07.17; 04.03.19; 01.10.19)
3.2.158

The two riders of each team shall carry the same rider number but of different colours.

3.2.159

At World Championships, each National Federation may enter just one team.

3.2.160[article transferred to article 3.2.157 on 01.10.19]

3.2.161

The first team in each intermediate sprint shall be awarded 5 points, the second 3
points, the third 2 points and the fourth one point. Points awarded in the last sprint
after the full distance will be doubled (10 points, 6 points, 4 points, 2 points).
In the case of a tie in the sprint, the teams shall be awarded the same position, withthe corresponding points for that position (for example, if two teams tie for first in apoints sprint, they will both score 5 points; there will not be a second place in thiscase).
(text modified on 01.01.02; 14.10.16; 12.06.20)

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3.2.162

Where there is a draw on points, the places in the final sprint shall decide.
Any team that gains a lap is awarded 20 points.
Any team that loses a lap is deducted 20 points.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 26.08.04; 14.10.16; 01.10.19)

3.2.163

Race procedure
A first group of riders, formed of one rider of each team, take their places at the startin the order listed on the start list. Half of this group shall be lined up along the outsidebalustrade and the other half shall be lined up in the sprinters’ lane with holders.
A second group of riders, formed of the other riders of each team, shall be lined up
along the opposite outside balustrade.
A flying start shall be taken by the first group of riders after one neutralised lap. During
the neutralised lap, the second group of riders must remain motionless.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 19.06.09; 04.03.19; 01.10.19)

3.2.164

Riders of a same team may relay one another at will by a touch of the hand or the
shorts.

3.2.165

Sprints shall be run according to the Regulations governing Sprint.

3.2.166

A rider who drops behind the bunch shall not assist chasing rider(s) to gain a lap on
the pain of disqualification of his team.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.10.19)

3.2.167

If at the moment of a sprint considered for classification, one or some rider(s) gain alap, they shall be awarded 20 points. The points awarded for the sprint shall be given
immediately to the riders of the break behind or to those ahead of the bunch.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.10.19)

3.2.168

Teams lapped one or several times may be removed by the Commissaires’ Panel.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.10.19)

3.2.169

Mishaps
Should one of the riders suffer a recognised mishap, his team-mate shall immediately
take the team position in the race. There shall be no neutralisation.
(text modified on 01.10.19)

3.2.170[article transferred to article 3.2.020bis on 04.03.19]

3.2.171

In the case of a fall involving over one-half of the teams (calculated on the basis of
one rider per team), the race shall be stopped and the commissaires shall determine
the duration of the interruption. A new start shall be taken, and each team shall retain
the laps won or lost at the moment of the fall.

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3.2.172

If the race is called because of inclement weather, the commissaires shall decide as
follows:
Race
Stopped:

MEN
ELITE

WOMEN
ELITE

MEN
JUNIORWOMENJUNIOR

before:

20 km

10 km

10 km

8 km

between:20-40 km10-25 km10-25 km8-15 km

40 km

25 km

25 km

15 km

after:

resume entirely the same
day
resume race with points
and laps acquired so far
let the result stand(text modified on 01.01.03; 14.10.16)§ 11
3.2.173

ScratchDefinition
The Scratch Race is an individual race over a specified distance.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.174

Organisation of the competition
The races shall be held over the following distances:
Men Elite
15 km
Women Elite
10 km
Men Junior
10 km
Women Junior 7.5 km(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.175

In order to reach the maximum riders allowed on the track as per article 3.1.009,
qualifying heats shall take place to reduce the number of riders entered according to
the chart below:
CATEGORY
MEN ELITEWOMEN ELITEMEN JUNIORWOMEN JUNIORDISTANCE TO RUN
7.5 km5 km
5 km
3.5 km(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03; 12.06.20)

3.2.176

Race procedure
Before the start, half of the riders shall be lined up along the railings, the other halflining up in single file in the sprinter’s lane.
A flying start shall be taken after one neutralised lap.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.2.177

Riders overtaken by the main bunch shall immediately leave the track.

3.2.178

The final placings are determined during the final sprint, taking into account laps
gained.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03)

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3.2.179[abrogated on 01.01.02]

3.2.180[article transferred to article 3.2.002 on 04.03.19]

3.2.181[article transferred to article 3.2.017 on 04.03.19]

3.2.182

MishapsAny rider not ending the race will not be placed.
(text modified on 26.08.04; 20.09.05; 30.09.10; 04.03.19)

3.2.183

The race may be stopped in the case of a mass fall. The commissaires shall decide
whether a fresh start shall be given for the complete distance or for the part of the
distance remaining to be ridden from the positions at the moment of the fall.
The same rules shall apply where the race has to be abandoned because of inclement
weather.

§ 12
3.2.184

3.2.185
3.2.186

TandemDefinition
The «tandem» speciality shall be a «sprint» competition for tandems. It shall be run
according to the rules applicable to the «sprint» speciality, except as stipulated below.

Organisation of the competition
Each pair of riders shall be considered a single participant.
The races shall be run as shown in the table in Article 3.2.050 according to the numberof participants and by calculating from the final.
Nevertheless, on tracks of 333.33 metres or less, a heat shall be ridden with amaximum of three tandems.

3.2.187

The qualifying heat shall be run over one lap with a flying start.

3.2.188

The race shall be run over the following distances:on tracks of less of 333.33 metres: 6 lapson tracks of 333.33 metres:
5 lapson tracks of more 333.33 metres:
4 lapson tracks of more of 450 metres:
3 laps

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3.2.189

3.2.190

Motor-Pacing
Definition
Motor-Pacing is a race in which each rider rides behind a motorcycle-mounted pacer.
Motorcycles and pacers
The Federation of the organiser shall provide ten motorbikes (of which two in reserve)
complying with the description given in articles 3.6.007 to 3.6.028. The reserve
motorcycles shall be used by any pacer or pacers whose motorcycle breaks down.

3.2.191

The commissaires shall check the motorcycles, if necessary, with the help of atechnician experienced in this type of work.

3.2.192

The check shall take place at the time indicated by the Commissaires’ Panel before
each race.

3.2.193

After having been checked, the motorcycles shall be deposited in a locked enclosure,the keys of which shall be held by one of the commissaires. The motorcycles shall not
be entrusted to the pacers until they are about to go on track.

3.2.194

Between two such checks, each pacer shall always use the same motorcycle.

3.2.195

Pacers shall hold a licence. Pacers shall present a medical certificate to participate ininternational competitions and shall not be aged older than 65 years old.
(text modified on 04.03.19)

3.2.1963.2.197

The Chief Commissaire shall designate two reserve pacers. These pacers,
throughout the races, shall stand by ready to start up the reserve motorbikes if one of
the machines in the race should break down.
Organisation of the competition
Pacing races may be held either over a set time (1 hour) or a set distance.
(text modified on 04.03.19)

3.2.198

All the heats shall be run the same day.

3.2.199

The commissaires shall make up a number of heats according to the number of riders
entered for the speciality.
There shall be at least two heats and each heat shall involve a maximum of 8 riders.
If there are two heats, the first three of each heat plus the fourth of the faster heatshall qualify for the final.
If there are three heats, the first two of each heat plus the third of the fastest heat shallqualify for the final.
If there are four or more heats, the winner of each heat plus the second of the fastest
heats shall qualify in such a way that there be seven riders in the final.

3.2.200

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3.2.201

If a final is conducted in heats, the organiser shall set a rule how the generalclassification will be established. If such a rule is missing, it is up to the Commissaires’
Panel to set the rule before the start of the races.
(text modified on 04.03.19)

3.2.202[abrogated on 04.03.19]

3.2.203

Race procedure[abrogated on 04.03.19]

3.2.204

Riding outside the demarcation line, while being challenged, shall be forbidden.
Should a rider do so, his opponents may not pass him on the inside or they will bedisqualified.
(text modified on 04.03.19)

3.2.205

A challenging rider may ride beyond the demarcation line only to come up on the rightof the rider he is challenging, but at all times leaving a maximum of space to allow
other riders to challenge also from the right.

3.2.206

The position of riders at the start of each heat and the allocation of motorcycles shallbe determined by the drawing of lots on the track itself.
The starting position for the first heat of the final shall also be determined by drawing
lots on the track itself. The position at the start of the second heat shall be the reverseof that in the first heat.

3.2.207

Each rider shall have the same pacer throughout the entire competition.

3.2.208

The pacers shall enter the track without the riders. On a signal from the starter, thepacers, after a few laps to warm up, shall take up their positions at the start.

3.2.209

The riders shall be lined up at the start in a set order.

3.2.210The start of the race shall be given by a pistol shot. After one lap, the riders shall havefallen in behind their pacers.

3.2.211A bell shall indicate the last lap of the leading rider. The placing shall be determinedby the order in which the riders cross the finishing line and by the number of laps
covered, it being understood that, once the winner has crossed the finishing line, theother riders shall cross it once only.
[abrogated on 04.03.19]

3.2.2123.2.213

Once a rider has dropped a lap of behind the leading rider, he may no longer react toan attack from another rider who is more than one lap ahead, on pain of being
eliminated from the race after a single warning.
(text modified on 04.03.19)

3.2.214

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3.2.215

3.2.216

Pacers committing the following faults shall be punished as follows:
Penaltywarningfine of CHF 500
fine of CHF 750- and 15-days’ suspension
fine of CHF 1,000 and 1 to 3 months’ suspension

Flag
green
green and yellow
yellow
red

Infringement:
1)
Riding above the stayers’ line with an opponent
at less than 10 meters
2)
Riding above the stayers’ line when being
challenged
3)
Riding above the stayers’ line with an opponent
along side
4)
Infringement (1), committed by a rider being
overtaken
5)
Infringements (2) or (3), committed by a rider
being overtaken
6)
Crowding to the railing while being challenged
by an opponent
7)
Crowding to the railing while being challenged
by two opponents
8)
Dropping back down with less than a 5 meterlead (cutting in)
9)
Attempt to pass four abreast

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

A

B

C

D

B

C

D

B

C

D

B

C

D

C

D

B

C

C

D

C

D

10)

Overtaking on the inside

11)

Riding with only one hand on the handlebar

Degree
A
B
C
D

D

D
D
A

B

C

D

In the case of a motorcycle breakdown or recognised mishap before the riders join
their pacers, a false start shall be indicated, and the race shall be restarted.
Should the same thing happen after the riders have joined their pacers, aneutralisation shall be granted for the number of laps closest to 1500 metres, saveduring the last 1500 metres or the last minutes of time races, in which case the raceshall continue. The rider having suffered the mishap shall be placed in the position heheld at the time of the mishap, if the commissaires consider that his result was aforegone conclusion. If that is not the case, he shall be placed last amongst riders
who have ridden the same numbers of laps at the moment of the mishap.
(text modified on 04.03.19)

3.2.217

If the track becomes impracticable, the race shall be entirely restarted except if it isstopped during the two last kilometres or, the two last minute in time races. In thatcase, the riders shall be placed according to their positions when they last crossed
the finishing line.
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3.2.218

3.2.219

Elimination Race
Definition
The Elimination Race is an individual race in which the last rider in each intermediate
sprint is eliminated.
Organisation of the competition
The organisation of the competition shall be governed by the specific race regulations.
In the event of the number of entries exceeding the track maximum allowed, qualifying
heats shall take place to reduce the number of riders in order not to exceed the track
maximum. All riders entered shall first participate in qualifying Scratch Race heats run
over the distance as per the regulations for Scratch Race heats. The heats shall be
run in such a way so as to qualify up to the track maximum number of riders, without
necessarily qualifying the maximum number of riders permitted.
All riders not qualifying to participate in the final of the Elimination Race shall beplaced jointly in last position. Any riders not finishing any of the qualifying rounds shallnot be placed (DNF).
(text modified on 12.06.20)

3.2.220

Race procedure
Before the start, half of the riders shall be lined up along the railings, the other halflining up in single file in the sprinter’s lane.
(text modified on 29.01.10)

3.2.221

A flying start shall be taken after one neutralised lap during which the riders shall ridein a compact group at a moderate speed.

3.2.222

A sprint shall be run every third lap on tracks of less than 200 metres, every second
lap on tracks of 200 metres to less than 333.33 metres, and every lap on tracks of
333.33 metres or more.
On tracks of less than 333.33 metres, each lap that precedes the sprint shall be
indicated by a bell.
(article modified on 01.10.19)

3.2.223

After each sprint the last rider, according to the position of his rear wheel on thefinishing line, shall be eliminated.
If one or more riders are lapped or abandon the race between sprints, they shall be
the riders eliminated in the next sprint.
In certain cases, the commissaires may decide to eliminate a rider other than the lastrider in the sprint (for example, if a rider passes on the blue band). The President of
the Commissaires’ Panel shall be responsible for making the final decision on who
will be eliminated based on information from the judge-referee and othercommissaires.
In all cases, the decision on which riders shall be eliminated must be made andannounced prior to the riders crossing the pursuit line on the back straight after the

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elimination sprint. If no decision can be made by this time, then no riders shall beeliminated until the next sprint. This shall be indicated by a green flag on the start line.
An eliminated rider shall leave the track immediately, failing which he shall be
penalised depending on the gravity of the situation (relegation with a warning, or
disqualification). In the case where the rider does not leave the track immediately, thePresident of the Commissaires’ Panel may decide to neutralise the race in order toremove the rider.
(text modified on 18.06.10; 30.09.10; 01.10.11; 21.06.18; 12.06.20)
3.2.223bis

Riders eliminated shall be placed in inverse order according to the time of theirelimination (for example, the first rider eliminated is placed last, the second rider
eliminated is places second last, etc).
(article introduced on 18.06.10)

3.2.224

The last two riders remaining in the race shall ride the final sprint. Their placing shallbe based on the position of their front wheels on the finishing line.

3.2.225

The fact that a rider may gain a lap shall not count.

3.2.226

In the case of a recognized mishap by one or more riders, as decided by the Presidentof the Commissaires’ Panel, the race shall immediately be neutralized for a maximum
distance of the number of laps closest to 1250 metres to allow the affected riders toreturn to the bunch. In the case where all riders on the track suffer a recognizedmishap, the race shall be neutralized for a maximum of 3 minutes to allow the affectedriders to return to the race.
The neutralization shall be indicated by a yellow flag on the start line and all riders on
the track shall ride in a compact group at a moderate speed. No account shall betaken of the position of any riders off the front or back of the bunch at the time of themishap.
The race shall be restarted, when affected riders are back on the track or when theneutralisation is over, by the withdrawal of the yellow flag and the firing of the starter’s
pistol. Any riders not able to rejoin the race at this point shall be considered aseliminated and their position determined according to the time of their elimination. The
bell shall be rung the following lap to indicate the start of a sprint lap.
Except in the case when all riders on the track suffer a recognized mishap, once fouror fewer riders remain on the track, no neutralization shall be granted, and any riders
not finishing shall be eliminated and their position determined according to the time of
their elimination.
(text modified on 18.06.10; 30.09.10; 04.03.19; 12.06.20)

3.2.226
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Six-Day Races

3.2.227

A “Six-Day Race” shall last six consecutive days with at least 24 hours’ racing time.

3.2.228

The organiser shall be free to set the duration and the programme of the “Six-Day
Race” within the limits set in article 3.2.227.

3.2.229

The “Six-Day Race” is a team race, each team comprising 2 or 3 riders who shall all
wear jerseys bearing identical riders’ number as indicated in article 1.3.044.

3.2.230

A “Six-Day Race” shall be run on a track of minimum length 140 m.

3.2.231

The organiser shall determine the number of teams according to the track length.

3.2.232

At the start of Madisons/chases (handicap races excepted), the illuminated indicatorpanel shall be set to zero (0) for all teams.
After the end of the Madisons/chases, the illuminated indicator panel shall again show
the actual general placings for the race.
On the last day of race, when the final Madisons/chases is being run, the illuminatedindicator panel shall indicate the actual general placings at all times.
(text modified on 01.01.04)

3.2.233[abrogated on 01.01.2004]

3.2.234

Should a mechanical mishap occur and be recognised as valid by the commissaires,or should a rider fall, the team shall be entitled to a of the number of laps closest to1250 metres (5 laps on a 250m-track). In the case of a mishap not recognized bycommissaires or on expiry of the neutralisation, one of the team members shallresume the race 100% from the position occupied at the moment of the mishap, failingwhich the team shall be penalised by the number of laps lost.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 04.03.19)

3.2.235

Laps gained by a team, one of whose members has been neutralised, shall berecognised only if the rider who remained in the race covers the full distance, i.e. does
not miss a single relay.

3.2.236

During a timed Madison/chase, a team reduced to a single rider shall leave the track
10 laps before the end of the Madison/chase.
(text modified on 01.01.04)

3.2.237

The Track Manager, with the agreement of the Commissaires’ Panel, shall be entitledto create a temporary team comprising riders whose team-mates have been
neutralised. Such riders shall wear identical jerseys and numbers. To determine theprovisional position of such a provisional team, the number of laps covered by eachof the original teams from which the members of the provisional team were drawn
shall be added, rounded down to the nearest even number and divided by two.
When the provisional team is finally disbanded, laps gained or lost and any points
won shall be credited towards the general placings of the original teams from which
each of the members of the provisional team were drawn.

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3.2.238

If a rider is neutralised, his team mate shall continue the ongoing chase according to
the articles 3.2.235 and 3.2.236. If the neutralised rider is unable to continue thefollowing chase, all the team shall be neutralised.
After the chase, the neutralised team shall be placed in the same position as theclosest team in the general classification at the beginning of the race, including thelaps lost by this team during the chase. The gained laps shall not be considered.
Moreover, the neutralised team shall be penalised by one lap.

3.2.239

The race doctor may decide to neutralise a rider for a maximum period lasting until
36 hours, after which the rider shall be eliminated.
(text modified on 01.01.04)

3.2.240

3.2.241

Should a rider abandon the race, the team shall be disbanded. The remaining rider
shall participate in all the individual events.
If he has not been included in another team within 48 hours, he shall be eliminated.
Should a new team be created, account shall be taken of the placing of the best teamdisbanded plus one lap’s penalty.
The points won by the two teams will be added and divided by two.

3.2.242

Points shall be awarded as follows:
Team event; Madison, Madison-Elimination, Team Time Trial (500-1000 m): 20,
12, 10, 8, 6, 4 points
Individual event; Points race, Elimination, Time Trial (1 lap), Derny, Scratch,
Keirin: 10, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2 points
Sprint: 5, 3, 2, 1 points; points double during the final Madison (maximum 6,
every 10 laps).
(text modified on 10.06.05; 25.09.07)

3.2.243

As it is impossible to run all teams on track together for the same race, the event has
to be run in heats. The following procedure shall then apply:a)
1 heat with teams from the 1st half of the general classification: with 1 rider or
per team: 10-8-6-4-2 points.
- per team (one relay in mid-race): 10, 8, 6, 4, 2 points- Madison: 15, 10, 8, 6, 4, 2 points
1 heat with teams from the 2nd half of the general classification: with 1 rider or
per team: 10-8-6-4-2 points.
- per team (one relay in mid-race): 10, 8, 6, 4, 2 points- Madison: 15, 10, 8, 6, 4, 2 points.
b)
2 heats with teams from the 1st half of the general classification: with 1 rider: 54-3-2-1 points.
2 heats with teams from the 2nd half of the general classification: with 1 rider:
5-4-3-2-1 points.
Laps won in races behind dernys do not count for the overall ranking.
(text modified on 01.01.04)

3.2.244

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Bonus laps can also be given in special events like time-trials, but only if all teams areallowed to participate in the event.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 01.07.17)
3.2.245

All points won in the individual and team events shall count towards the generalplacings.
All laps won in races in which there is at least one rider of each team on track shallcount towards general classification.
Laps won in Elimination races do not count for the overall ranking.

3.2.246(text modified on 21.01.06)
Each day, in addition to the partial classification of the race or stage, a generalclassification shall also be prepared on the basis of the number of laps completed andpoints acquired.
The total distance covered over the six racing days, expressed in complete laps, andthe total number of points obtained shall determine the final classification.
The points classification shall be used to classify teams with the same number of laps.
The team with the greatest number of laps, regardless of the score obtained, shall bedeclared the winner.
To distinguish team with equal laps and equal points, account shall be taken of thefinishing order of the teams in the final sprint.

§ 16

Omnium(chapter introduced on 07.07.06)

3.2.247

Definition
The omnium is a single competition consisting of four events run with a maximum
number of riders set by the track limit (article 3.1.009) which shall be held over one
day in the following order:
1.

2.

3.
4.

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10 km for Men Elite
7.5 km for Women Elite
7.5 km for Men Junior
5 km for Women JuniorTempo Race
10 km for Men Elite
7.5 km for Women Elite
7.5 km for Men Junior
5 km for Women Junior
Elimination
Points Race
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20 km for Women Elite
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3.2.247bis

In competitions for which the number or riders entered exceeds the track limit andthere is no existing qualification system to establish the number of participating riders,
their selection shall be determined as follows:
All riders entered shall first participate in qualifying Points Race heats run over the
distance and with the number of sprints, as per the regulations for Points Race heats.
The heats shall be run in such a way so as to qualify up to the track maximum numberof riders, without necessarily qualifying the maximum number of riders permitted. An
equal number of riders shall qualify from each heat to participate in the Omnium.
All riders not qualifying to participate in the Omnium shall be placed jointly in last
position. Any riders not finishing any of the qualifying rounds shall not be placed(DNF).
(article introduced on 18.06.10)

3.2.248

Organisation of the competition
Whenever possible, there shall be an interval of at least 30 minutes between two
events.

3.2.249

Any rider failing to attempt to start in one of the events shall not be allowed to takepart in the subsequent events but shall be considered to have abandoned thecompetition. He shall therefore figure last in the final classification with the provision“DNF” (did not finish).

3.2.249bis

For all the races, riders shall be lined up in single file along the railing and in thesprinters lane in the order listed on the start list. For the Scratch Race, this order shallbe based on the latest UCI Omnium Ranking. For the Points Race, Elimination, andTempo Race, this order shall be based on the current intermediate Omniumclassification.
(article introduced on 01.02.11; modified on 01.07.17; 01.10.17)

3.2.250

Ranking
A full result shall be produced for the three events. For these three events, only, eachwinner shall be awarded 40 points, each second place shall be awarded 38 points,
each third place shall be awarded 36 points, etc.
Riders ranked 21st and below shall each be awarded 1 point.
(text modified on 20.06.14; 14.10.16)

3.2.251

Prior to the start of the Points Race, a current ranking with the points totals shall bedrawn up, and riders will start the Points Race with these points accrued over the first
three events. Riders shall add to, and lose points from, their points totals based onlaps gained and lost, and points won in sprints, during the Points Race.
Final overall Omnium ranking shall evolve through the Points Race.
The winner of the Omnium shall be the rider who has obtained the highest total ofpoints.
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3.2.251bis

Any rider abandoning any of the events shall be considered to have abandoned thecompetition and shall be recorded in the final classification after the last placed rider
with the provision “DNF” (did not finish) and no rank, as per article 3.3.012.
In the case of the Scratch Race and the Tempo Race, a rider losing two laps shall bewithdrawn. That rider will be penalised with a deduction of 40 points in theclassification of the Omnium and will be allocated the next available rank determinedby the number of riders remaining on the track at this moment. If for any reason therider is not withdrawn, they will be classified as though they had been at the point at
which they lost their second lap (including the deduction of points).
(text modified on 18.06.10; 01.02.11; 20.06.14; 15.03.16; 01.10.19; 12.06.20)

3.2.251
ter

In the case of the Scratch Race, any rider not finishing the race due to a fall in the
final kilometre, or not being able to return to the track during the final kilometre, willbe allocated the next available ranking (and points) considering the laps taken andthe number of riders remaining on the track at this moment.
(article introduced on 15.03.16; modified on 14.10.16; 01.07.17; 01.10.17; 12.06.20)

3.2.252

In the event of a tie in the final ranking, the places in the final sprint of the last event,the Points Race shall break the tie.
(text modified on 20.06.14)§ 17

Flying Lap(chapter introduced on 29.01.10)

3.2.253

Definition
The flying lap is a race against the clock with a flying start from the finish line.
(text modified on 18.06.10; 01.07.12; 14.10.16)

3.2.254

Race Procedure
Riders shall take the start in the order determined by the commissaires.

3.2.255

The rider shall enter the track as soon as he has been passed by the previous rider
who has triggered the timing device.

3.2.256

The distance to accomplish including the momentum and the lap of the track is fixed
as follows, depending on the length of the track:
track of 250 metres or shorter: 3.5 laps
track of 285,714 metres:
3 lapstrack of 333,33 metres:
2.5 laps
track of 400 metres or longer:
2 laps.

3.2.257

In case of tie, riders will be ranked according to the best times in the last 200 metres.

3.2.258

In case of a mishap, the rider shall take a new start. Only one new start per rider ispermitted.

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Tempo Race(chapter introduced on 14.10.16)

3.2.259

Definition
The Tempo Race is a speciality in which the final placings are determined according
to accumulated points won by riders during the sprints and by taking laps.

3.2.260

Organisation of the competition
Except for the specific details (even implicit) in this sub-section, the rules of the Points
Race shall apply equally to the Tempo Race.
The races shall be held over the following distances:
Men Elite
10 km
Women Elite
7.5 kmMen Junior
7.5 km
Women Junior 5 km
(article modified on 01.10.19)

3.2.261

After the first 4 laps, sprints shall be conducted every lap. After the completion of four
laps, the bell will be rung to indicate the start of the sprint laps.

3.2.262

The first rider in each sprint shall be awarded 1 point, including for the final sprint.
Any rider that gains a lap is awarded 20 points.
Any rider that loses a lap is deducted 20 points.
(text modified on 28.02.17; 05.04.17; 01.10.19)

3.2.263

3.2.264

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Before the start, half of the riders shall be lined up along the railings, the otherhalf lining up in single file in the sprinter’s lane.
A flying start shall be taken after one neutralised lap during which the riders shall ridein a compact group at a moderate speed.

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Chapter III UCI TRACK RANKINGS(Chapter introduced on 31.05.04; modified on 15.03.16)
3.3.001

The UCI has created an individual classification system for riders of elite and juniorcategories participating in the races referred to in article 3.3.009.
Points won in competitions for the under 23 category will be integrated in the eliteclassification.
This classification shall be called the “UCI Track Ranking” and shall be the exclusive
property of the UCI.
(text modified on 25.09.07; 15.03.16)

3.3.002

UCI Nation Ranking
A classification by nation for men and women, of elite and junior categories, is also
drawn up for each competition referred to in article 3.3.009 and shall be the exclusive
property of the UCI.
A rider’s or team’s points are counted both in the UCI Nation Ranking and UCI Track
Team Ranking, whether a rider or team competes in an event with a national team or
UCI Track Team. As an exception, for UCI Track Cycling Nations Cup events, thepoints of a rider or team participating with the national team are only counted in the
UCI Nation Ranking and the points of a rider or team participating with a UCI Track
Team are only counted in the UCI Track Team Ranking.
For team events (Madison excluded), the UCI Ranking by Nations is calculated bysumming the points in each competition up to the following maximum quota, equal to
the regular number of riders composing the team.
MEN
Team Pursuit: 4Team Sprint: 3

WOMEN
Team Pursuit: 4Team Sprint: 3

Once a nation has reached its maximum quota in an event, its riders over quota will
not receive any points.
For individual events and the Madison, the UCI Nation Ranking is calculated bysumming the points in each competition as follows:when applicable, the best Olympic Games result
the best World Championships result (as per the maximum number of riders bynationality stipulated in article 9.2.022)
the best Continental Championships result (as per the maximum number ofriders by nationality stipulated in article 10.1.005)
the best Nations Cup result (as per the maximum number of riders by nationality
stipulated in article 3.4.007)
the best 9 Class 1 results
the best 9 Class 2 results
the best National Championships result
Tied nations shall have their positions determined as per article 3.3.011.
(text modified on 30.09.10; 14.10.16; 05.03.18; 21.06.18; 12.06.20; 25.10.21)

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3.3.002bis

UCI Track Team Ranking
A classification by team for men and women, of elite categories, is also drawn up foreach competition referred to in article 3.3.009 and shall be the exclusive property of
the UCI.
A rider’s or team’s points are counted both in the UCI Nation Ranking and UCI Track
Team Ranking, whether a rider or team competes in an event with a national team or
UCI Track Team. As an exception, for UCI Track Cycling Nations Cup events, thepoints of a rider or team participating with the national team are only counted in the
UCI Nation Ranking and the points of a rider or team participating with a UCI Track
Team are only counted in the UCI Track Team Ranking.
For team events (Madison excluded), the UCI Track Team Ranking is calculated bysumming the points in each competition up to the following maximum quota, equal to
the regular number of riders composing the team.
MEN
Team Pursuit: 4Team Sprint: 3

WOMEN
Team Pursuit: 4Team Sprint: 3

Once a UCI Track Team has reached its maximum quota in an event, its riders overquota will not receive any points.
For individual events and the Madison, the UCI Track Team Ranking is calculated bysumming the points in each competition as follows:when applicable, the best Olympic Games result
the best UCI World Championships result (as per the maximum number of riders
by nationality stipulated in article 9.2.022)
the best Continental Championships result (as per the maximum number ofriders by nationality stipulated in article 10.1.005)
the best UCI Nations Cup result (as per the maximum number of riders by UCI
Track Team stipulated in article 3.4.007bis)
the best 9 Class 1 results
the best 9 Class 2 results
the best National Championships result
Tied UCI Track Teams shall have their positions determined as per article 3.3.011.
(article introduced on 25.10.21)
3.3.003

The classification shall be established according to the points obtained by riders
participating in Track races on the International calendar, divided into classes
according to article 3.8.003.
Track races on the International calendar having 50% and more of the riders per
category, being invited, will be awarded Class 2 points.
The classification is drawn up over a period of one year by adding the points won
since the preceding ranking was drawn up. At the same time, the remaining points
obtained up to the same day of the previous year by each rider in international trackcycling races are deducted.
If during the one-year period two national, continental or World Championships areheld in the same category, only the points of the most recent one will be taken into

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account. Points of the continental and World championships remain on the trackclassification until the next edition or for a maximum period of 18 months.
The track commission may grant dispensation in case of unpredictable late change of
the Elite World Championships dates.
(text modified on 10.06.05; 25.09.08; 01.10.12; 14.10.16; 21.06.18; 04.03.19)
3.3.004

The number of points to be won in each race is indicated in article 3.3.010.
For the competitions in classes 1 and 2, only events matching the participation criteria
will award UCI points.
(text modified on 25.02.13; 15.03.16)

3.3.005

For each event UCI points will be awarded once per event in each competition.
For the competitions run as a tournament, UCI points will be awarded according tothe overall standings of the speciality. In the absence of overall standings, the event
which will award the UCI points shall be clearly identified on the programme of thecompetition, failing that, the points will not be awarded.

3.3.006

National Federations and organisers shall be required, immediately following the endof the race, to transmit electronically or by any other method specified by the UCI thelist of starters and complete results to the UCI. For races over several days, thisinformation shall be transmitted within 72 hours of the end of the last day race.
All National Federations shall immediately communicate any facts or decisions that
could result in an amendment to the points obtained by a rider.
Should such information not be transmitted, the Management Committee may
declassify the race in question or exclude it from the Calendar, notwithstanding anyother penalties provided for in the Regulations.
(text modified on 25.10.21)

3.3.007

The Individual Ranking and the Nation Ranking shall be drawn up at least once a
week.
If need be, the classification of preceding months will be corrected.
(text modified on 12.06.20)

3.3.008

The UCI Management Committee may award prizes to riders, in accordance with such
criteria as it may establish and with their placing within the system of Ranking.
(text modified on 01.01.21)

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3.3.009

Classification of competitions
Olympic Games
UCI World Championships
UCI Nations Cup
Continental Championship
Regional GamesUCI Track Champions League
International competitions
Classes 1, 2
National Championships(text modified au 25.02.13; 15.03.16; 25.10.21)

3.3.010

UCI Individual Ranking
Points are awarded according to the following scale, with only the best results of eachrider taken into account as follows:when applicable, the Olympic Games result
the UCI World Championships result
the Continental Championships result
the best UCI Nations Cup result
the UCI Track Champions League results
the best 3 Class 1 results
the best 3 Class 2 results
the National Championships result(text modified on 12.06.20; 25.10.21)

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Men and Women
Rank

Individual events

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25 to X
*Elite only

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Championships
Olympic Games*

Nations
Cup *Continental
Championships

1000
900
800
750
700
650
600
550
500
450
410
380
350
320
290
260
197
181
165
149
133
117
101
85
1

800
720
640
600
560
520
480
440
400
360
328
304
280
256
232
208
192
176
160
144
128
112
96
80
1

600
540
480
450
420
390
360
330
300
270
246
228
210
192
174
156
144
132
120
108
96
84
72
60
1

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Men and Women
Rank

Madison

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19 to X
*Elite only

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Championships
Olympic Games*

Nations
Cup *Continental
Championships

2000 (2 x 1000)
1800 (2 x 900)
1600 (2 x 800)
1500 (2 x 750)
1400 (2 x 700)
1300 (2 x 650)
1200 (2 x 600)
1100 (2 x 550)
1000 (2 x 500)
900 (2 x 450)820 (2 x 410)
760 (2 x 380)570 (2 x 285)
522 (2 x 261)
474 (2 x 237)426 (2 x 213)
394 (2 x 197)
362 (2 x 181)
2 (2 x 1)

1600 (2 x 800)
1440 (2 x 720)
1280 (2 x 640)
1200 (2 x 600)
1120 (2 x 560)
1040 (2 x 520)
960 (2 x 480)
880 (2 x 440)
800 (2 x 400)
720 (2 x 360)
656 (2 x 328)
608 (2 x 304)
560 (2 x 280)512 (2 x 256)464 (2 x 232)
416 (2 x 208)
384 (2 x 192)
352 (2 x 176)
2 (2 x 1)

1200 (2 x 600)
1080 (2 x 540)
960 (2 x 480)
900 (2 x 450)840 (2 x 420)780 (2 x 390)720 (2 x 360)
660 (2 x 330)
600 (2 x 300)
540 (2 x 270)
492 (2 x 246)456 (2 x 228)420 (2 x 210)
384 (2 x 192)
348 (2 x 174)
312 (2 x 156)
288 (2 x 144)
264 (2 x 132)
2 (2 x 1)

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Men and Women
Rank

Team Pursuit

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25 to X
*Elite only

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Championships
Olympic Games*

Nations
Cup *Continental
Championships

2000 (4 x 500)
1800 (4 x 450)
1600 (4 x 400)
1500 (4 x 375)
1400 (4 x 350)
1300 (4 x 325)
1200 (4 x 300)
1100 (4 x 275)
1000 (4 x 250)
900 (4 x 225)
820 (4 x 205)
760 (4 x 190)
700 (4 x 175)
640 (4 x 160)
580 (4 x 145)
520 (4 x 130)404 (4 x 101)372 (4 x 93)
340 (4 x 85)
308 (4 x 77)
276 (4 x 69)
244 (4 x 61)
212 (4 x 53)
180 (4 x 45)
2 (4 x 0.5)1600 (4 x 400)
1440 (4 x 360)
1280 (4 x 320)
1200 (4 x 300)
1120 (4 x 280)
1040 (4 x 260)
960 (4 x 240)
880 (4 x 220)
800 (4 x 200)
720 (4 x 180)
656 (4 x 164)608 (4 x 152)560 (4 x 140)512 (4 x 128)464 (4 x 116)
416 (4 x 104)384 (4 x 96)
352 (4 x 88)
320 (4 x 80)
288 (4 x 72)
256 (4 x 64)
224 (4 x 56)
192 (4 x 48)
160 (4 x 40)
2 (4 x 0,5)1200 (4 x 300)
1080 (4 x 270)960 (4 x 240)
900 (4 x 225)
840 (4 x 210)
780 (4 x 195)
720 (4 x 180)
660 (4 x 165)
600 (4 x 150)
540 (4 x 135)
492 (4 x 123)456 (4 x 114)
420 (4 x 105)384 (4 x 96)
348 (4 x 87)
312 (4 x 78)
288 (4 x 72)
264 (4 x 66)
240 (4 x 60)
216 (4 x 54)
192 (4 x 48)
168 (4 x 42)
144 (4 x 36)
120 (4 x 30)
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Men and Women
Rank

Team Sprint

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25 to X
*Elite only

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Championships
Olympic Games*

Nations
Cup *Continental
Championships

1500 (3 x 500)
1350 (3 x 450)
1200 (3 x 400)
1125 (3 x 375)
1050 (3 x 350)
975 (3 x 325)
900 (3 x 300)
825 (3 x 275)
750 (3 x 250)
675 (3 x 225)
615 (3 x 205)
570 (3 x 190)
525 (3 x 175)
480 (3 x 160)
435 (3 x 145)
390 (3 x 130)303 (3 x 101)
279 (3 x 93)
255 (3 x 85)
231 (3 x 77)
207 (3 x 69)
183 (3 x 61)
159 (3 x 53)
135 (3 x 45)
1.5 (3 x 0.5)1200 (3 x 400)
1080 (3 x 360)960 (3 x 320)
900 (3 x 300)
840 (3 x 280)780 (3 x 260)
720 (3 x 240)
660 (3 x 220)
600 (3 x 200)
540 (3 x 180)
492 (3 x 164)456 (3 x 152)420 (3 x 140)384 (3 x 128)348 (3 x 116)
312 (3 x 104)288 (3 x 96)
264 (3 x 88)
240 (3 x 80)
216 (3 x 72)
192 (3 x 64)
168 (3 x 56)
144 (3 x 48)
120 (3 x 40)
1.5 (3 x 0.5)900 (3 x 300)
810 (3 x 270)
720 (3 x 240)
675 (3 x 225)
630 (3 x 210)
585 (3 x 195)
540 (3 x 180)
495 (3 x 165)
450 (3 x 150)
405 (3 x 135)
369 (3 x 123)342 (3 x 114)
315 (3 x 105)288 (3 x 96)
261 (3 x 87)
234 (3 x 78)
216 (3 x 72)
198 (3 x 66)
180 (3 x 60)
162 (3 x 54)
144 (3 x 48)
126 (3 x 42)
108 (3 x 36)
90 (3 x 30)
1.5 (3 x 0.5)

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Individual events

ELITE / JUNIOR
Men and Women

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Rank

Class 1

Class 2National Championships

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25 to X

200
180
160
150
140
130
120
110
100
90
82
76
70
64
58
52
48
44
40
36
32
28
24
20
1

100
90
80
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
41
38
35
32
29
26
24
22
20
18
16
14
12
10
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Madison

ELITE / JUNIOR
Men and Women

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Rank

Class 1

Class 2National Championships

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19 to X

200
180
160
150
140
130
120
110
100
90
82
76
70
64
58
52
48
44
2 (2 x 1)

100
90
80
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
41
38
35
32
29
26
24
22
2 (2 x 1)

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ELITE / JUNIOR
Men and Women

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Rank

Class 1

Class 2National Championships

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25 to X

400 (4 x 100)360 (4 x 90)
320 (4 x 80)
300 (4 x 75)
280 (4 x 70)
260 (4 x 65)
240 (4 x 60)
220 (4 x 55)
200 (4 x 50)
180 (4 x 45)
164 (4 x 41)
152 (4 x 38)
140 (4 x 35)
128 (4 x 32)
116 (4 x 29)
104 (4 x 26)
96 (4 x 24)
88 (4 x 22)
80 (4 x 20)
72 (4 x 18)
64 (4 x 16)
56 (4 x 14)
48 (4 x 12)
40 (4 x 10)
2 (4 x 0.5)200 (4 x 50)
180 (4 x 45)
160 (4 x 40)
150 (4 x 37,5)140 (4 x 35)
130 (4 x 32,5)120 (4 x 30)
110 (4 x 27,5)100 (4 x 25)
90 (4 x 22,5)
82 (4 x 20,5)
76 (4 x 19)
70 (4 x 17,5)
64 (4 x 16)
58 (4 x 14,5)
52 (4 x 13)
48 (4 x 12)
44 (4 x 11)
40 (4 x 10)
36 (4 x 9)
32 (4 x 8)
28 (4 x 7)
24 (4 x 6)
20 (4 x 5)
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ELITE / JUNIOR
Men and Women
Rank

Class 1

Class 2National Championships

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25 to X

300 (3 x 100)
270 (3 x 90)
240 (3 x 80)
225 (3 x 75)
210 (3 x 70)
195 (3 x 65)
180 (3 x 60)
165 (3 x 55)
150 (3 x 50)
135 (3 x 45)
123 (3 x 41)
114 (3 x 38)
105 (3 x 35)
96 (3 x 32)
87 (3 x 29)
78 (3 x 26)
72 (3 x 24)
66 (3 x 22)
60 (3 x 20)
54 (3 x 18)
48 (3 x 16)
42 (3 x 14)
36 (3 x 12)
30 (3 x 10)
1.5 (3 x 0.5)150 (3 x 50)
135 (3 x 45)
120 (3 x 40)
112,5 (3 x 37,5)
105 (3 x 35)
97,5 (3 x 32,5)
90 (3 x 30)
82,5 (3 x 27,5)75 (3 x 25)
67,5 (3 x 22,5)
61,5 (3 x 20,5)57 (3 x 19)
52,5 (3 x 17,5)
48 (3 x 16)
43,5 (3 x 14,5)
39 (3 x 13)
36 (3 x 12)
33 (3 x 11)
30 (3 x 10)
27 (3 x 9)
24 (3 x 8)
21 (3 x 7)
18 (3 x 6)
15 (3 x 5)
1.5 (3 x 0.5)

(text modified on 10.06.05; 19.09.06; 25.09.07; 13.06.08, 29.03.10; 1.07.12; 1.02.13; 10.04.13;
15.03.16; 14.10.16; 01.07.17; 05.03.18; 21.06.18, 12.06.20)

3.3.010bis

Regional games
Regional games will be considered in accordance with the number of national
federations participating, and likewise the points awarded shall be as following:
5 nations and more: the points are those awarded to an international event of class
1;
3 to 4 nations:the points are those awarded to an international event of class
2;
1 to 2 nations:no point.
Points will only be awarded to the regional championships registered on the UCI
International Track Calendar.
When a nation is represented by several regional teams, the points will be awarded
to the best rider(s) of this nation up to the maximum number of participants permitted
for teams by the specific regulation of each event.
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3.3.010ter

National championships
The points for the national championships are those awarded to an international eventof class 2.
Points will only be awarded to the national championships registered beforehand andappearing on the UCI Track Calendar. The results must reach the UCI electronicallyafter the competition is finished on the specified deadline for calculating quota for thevarious competitions, or the deadline for submission of results to DataRide, whicheveris sooner. Results submitted after this deadline will not be considered.
When two or three nations are organising joint national championships, each nationmust register their championships on the UCI Track Calendar in order to consider
results distinctively for the purposes of awarding points.
Where elite and under 23 men compete in the national championships at the same
event, points are awarded according to their position in the classification of the event.
For national federations organizing a separate event for the under-23 category, thepoints are awarded as for the corresponding elite event.
Any rider can claim the award of points in only one category by specialisation, whereapplicable, his own.
Where the title of national champion is awarded at an international event, the riders,regardless of their nationality, shall be awarded the points relative to their position in
the classification of that event.
(text modified on 04.03.19; 01.10.19)

3.3.010quaterUCI Track Champions League
The points for each race of the UCI Track Champions League are those awarded to
an international event of class 2. Points are awarded for each race to the specific UCI
Individual Ranking per specialisation.
Additional UCI points are awarded for the overall standings at the end of the UCI
Track Champions League. Overall standings are established for Sprint events (Sprint
and Keirin), and for Endurance events (Scratch and Elimination), for both categories
Men and Women. Points of these overall standings are then equally divided andadded to the UCI Individual Rankings. For Sprint events points are allocated to UCI
Individual Rankings of Sprint and Keirin, and for Endurance events to UCI Individual
Rankings of Scratch, Elimination, Points race and Omnium, as per the following table:

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ELITE
Men and Women

Rank
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

Overall Points Allocation per specialisation in the UCI Individual
Rankings
Sprint events

Endurance events

900 (2 x 450)800 (2 x 400)750 (2 x 375)
700 (2 x 350)
650 (2 x 325)
600 (2 x 300)
550 (2 x 275)
500 (2 x 250)
450 (2 x 225)
400 (2 x 200)360 (2 x 180)
320 (2 x 160)
280 (2 x 140)240 (2 x 120)
200 (2 x 100)
175 (2 x 87.5)
150 (2 x 75)
125 (2 x 62.5)

900 (4 x 225)
800 (4 x 200)
750 (4 x 187.5)
700 (4 x 175)
650 (4 x 162.5)600 (4 x 150)
550 (4 x 137.5)500 (4 x 125)450 (4 x 112.5)
400 (4 x 100)360 (4 x 90)
320 (4 x 80)
280 (4 x 70)
240 (4 x 60)
200 (4 x 50)
175 (4 x 43.75)
150 (4 x 37.5)
125 (4 x 31.25)(article introduced on 25.10.21)
3.3.011The order of precedence between riders, nations or UCI Track Teams, on equal points
in the respective rankings, shall be determined according to their classification of
events in the following order:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

UCI World Championships;
UCI Nations Cup;Continental Championships;
UCI Track Champions League;
International event of class 1;
International event of class 2;
National Championships

If they still stand equal, precedence shall be awarded to the rider with the bestclassification in the most recent event of the same class.
(text modified on 13.06.08; 25.02.13; 15.03.16; 12.06.20; 25.10.21)

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3.3.012

Ranking for classification
Riders who are classified as finishers according to the specific UCI Regulations, will beranked, and will score UCI points, according to those specific regulations.
Unless otherwise provided for in a specific provision of the UCI Regulations, riders who
do not start, or who do not finish any of the events will have this indicated in their results,
and will score UCI points, according to the following, based on the event type:A. Bunch Races
Riders who do not finish qualifying heats will be designated with one of the following
depending on the reason for them not finishing: Did Not Finish (DNF); Did Not Start(DNS); Disqualified (DSQ). These riders shall not progress to the next round of the event.
The final classification of the event shall be drawn up in groups in the following order:
1. All riders competing in the final and finishing (based on the UCI Regulations) will beranked and will score UCI points according to the UCI Regulations.
2. All riders competing in the final and not finishing due to having been withdrawn by theCommissaires or suffering a mishap (indicated as DNF) will be given a tied ranking forthe next available position after the riders in group 1 and will score the UCI points for that
position.
3. In the case where qualifying heats were held, all riders competing in the final and notfinishing due to abandoning the race (indicated as DNF) will be given a tied ranking of
the last available position in the race, and will score the UCI points for that position. In
all other cases (when qualifying heats are not organised), all riders competing in the final
and not finishing due to abandoning the race (indicated as DNF) will not be assigned arank, and score no UCI points.
4. All riders qualified for the final through qualifying heats, but not starting (indicated as
DNS) will be given a tied ranking for the next available rank after group 3, and will score
the UCI points for that position.
5. All riders qualified for the final but disqualified (indicated as DSQ) will not be assigned
a rank, and will score no UCI points.
6. All riders competing in the qualifying heats, and finishing, but not qualifying for the
final will be given a tied ranking for the next available rank after group 4, and will score
the UCI points for that position.
7. All riders not finishing the qualifying heats, for whatever reason (grouped first as DNF,
then DNS, then DSQ) will not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points.
B. Keirin
Other than for riders who do not start, or who are disqualified, any riders who do notfinish any of the rounds are ranked in the last place for the heat in which they werecompeting. They may proceed to the next round of the event, according to the UCI
Regulations.
When creating the final classification of the event, no rider can be moved up into a
position for which he was not competing. Some positions may therefore be left vacant.
The final classification of the event shall be drawn up in groups in the following order:
1. Riders competing in the major final and finishing (based on the UCI Regulations) will
be ranked and will score UCI points according to the UCI Regulations.
2. All riders competing in the major final and not finishing due to suffering a mishap(indicated as DNF) will be given a tied ranking for the next available position after the
riders in group 1 and will score the UCI points for that position.

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3. All riders qualifying for the major final but not starting (indicated as DNS) will be givena tied ranking for the last available position in their race and will score the UCI points forthat position.
4. All riders competing in the major final and having been disqualified (indicated as DSQ)
will not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points. Any ranking positions that would
have been occupied by these riders will remain vacant.
5. Riders competing in the minor final will be classified and ranked next, according to
the same principles applicable to groups 1 to 4 above.
For each round of the event, other than those in groups 1 to 5, riders who do not qualify
for the following round will be ranked as follows, with the riders taking part in the laterrounds ranking higher than the riders taking part in the earlier rounds:
6. All riders finishing will be ranked according to the finish order in each of the heats andwill score the equivalent UCI points.
7. All riders not finishing (indicated as DNF) will be ranked tied in the next available rank
for that round of the event, taking into account riders who may have finished ahead ofthem in other heats, and will score the equivalent UCI points.
8. All riders not starting (indicated as DNS) will be ranked tied in the last available rank
for that round of the event and will score the equivalent UCI points, other than for the firstround where riders not starting will not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points.
9. All riders competing and having been disqualified (indicated as DSQ) will not be
assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points. Any ranking positions that would havebeen occupied by these riders will remain empty, taking into account riders who may
have received a ranking in equivalent heats.
C. Sprint
Riders who do not finish the qualifying 200m time trial will be designated with one of thefollowing according to the reason for them not finishing: Did Not Finish (DNF); Did Not
Start (DNS); Disqualified (DSQ). These riders shall be grouped first as DNF, then DNS,
then DSQ. They shall not progress to the Sprint event.
Other than where there is a specific provision in the UCI Regulations, riders having
started but not finished their heat (indicated as DNF), except for the case of DSQ, shallbe considered to have lost their heat. Any such rider will be ranked according to the UCI
Regulations as if they had lost their heat in a regular manner and will score the equivalent
UCI points.
Any riders not starting a heat (indicated as DNS), other than for disqualification, will beconsidered to have lost their heat. In any round of the competition run over the best of 3heats, any riders not starting will be considered to have lost that round of the competition.
Any such riders will be ranked according to the UCI Regulations as if they had lost theirheat in a regular manner and will score the equivalent UCI points.
All riders being disqualified (indicated as DSQ), will not be assigned a rank, and will score
no UCI points. Any ranking positions that would have been occupied by these riders willremain empty.
D. 1km/500m Time Trial
Riders who do not finish the qualifying round will be designated with one of the following
according to the reason for them not finishing: Did Not Finish (DNF); Did Not Start (DNS);
Disqualified (DSQ). These riders shall not progress to the next round of the event.
The final classification of the event shall be drawn up in groups in the following order:
1. All riders competing in the final and finishing (based on the UCI Regulations) will beranked and will score UCI points according to the UCI Regulations.
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2. All riders competing in the final and not finishing for whatever reason (indicated as
DNF), other than for disqualification, will be given a tied ranking for the next available
position after the riders in group 1 and will score the UCI points for that position.
3. All riders qualifying for the final but not starting (indicated as DNS) will be given a tiedranking for the last available position in the final round and will score the UCI points forthat position.
4. All riders qualifying for the final but having been disqualified (indicated as DSQ) will
not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points. Any ranking positions that would
have been occupied by these riders will remain vacant.
5. All riders competing in the qualifying round, and finishing, but not qualifying, will beranked with the next available rankings after group 3 and will score the equivalent UCI
points.
6. All riders not finishing the qualifying heats, for whatever reason (grouped first as DNF,
then DNS, then DSQ) will not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points.
E. Team Pursuit
Teams that do not finish the qualifying round will be designated with one of the following
according to the reason for them not finishing: Did Not Finish (DNF); Did Not Start (DNS);
Disqualified (DSQ). These teams shall not progress to the next round of the event.
In the final classification, teams shall be ranked according to the regulations of the event.
The final classification of the event shall be drawn up in groups as follows:
1. For all teams competing in the final round, any teams not starting (indicated as DNS),
or not finishing (indicated as DNF) for any reason, will be considered to have lost their
heat. These teams shall be ranked according to the UCI Regulations as if they had losttheir heat and will score the equivalent UCI points. Any disqualified team (indicated as
DSQ) will not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points. Any ranking positions
that would have been occupied by these teams will remain vacant.
2. In the case of a first round of the competition, all teams competing and finishing in thisround, but not advancing to the final, other than in the case of disqualification, will beclassified according to their times from this round.
3. In the case of a first round of the competition, all teams competing and not starting(indicated as DNS) or not finishing (indicated as DNF) in this round, shall be ranked after
group 2 according to the UCI Regulations, and will score the equivalent UCI points.
4. In the case of a first round, any teams having been disqualified (indicated as DSQ)
will not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points. Any ranking positions that would
have been occupied by these teams will remain empty.
5. All teams competing in the qualifying round, and finishing, but not qualifying, will beranked with the next available rankings after group 4, or 1 as applicable, and will scorethe equivalent UCI points.
6. All teams not finishing the qualifying round, either because of a mishap, or becauseof not being allowed to restart (indicated as DNF), will not be assigned a rank, and willscore no UCI points.
7. All teams not starting the qualifying round (indicated as DNS) will not be assigned arank, and will score no UCI points.
8. All teams competing in the qualifying round and having been disqualified (indicatedas DSQ) will not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points.
F. Individual Pursuit
Riders who do not finish the qualifying round will be designated with one of the following
according to the reason for them not finishing: Did Not Finish (DNF); Did Not Start (DNS);
Disqualified (DSQ). These riders shall not progress to the next round of the event.
The final classification of the event shall be drawn up in groups as follows:
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1. For all riders competing in the final round, any riders not starting (indicated as DNS),
or not finishing (indicated as DNF) for any reason, will be considered to have lost their
heat. These riders shall be ranked according to the UCI Regulations as if they had losttheir heat, and will score the equivalent UCI points. Any riders having been disqualified(indicated as DSQ) will not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points. Any ranking
positions that would have been occupied by these riders will remain empty.
2. All riders competing in the qualifying round, and finishing, but not qualifying, will beranked with the next available rankings after group 1 and will score the equivalent UCI
points.
3. All riders not finishing the qualifying round, either because of a mishap, or because of
not being allowed to restart (indicated as DNF) will not be assigned a rank, and will score
no UCI points.
4. All riders not starting the qualifying round (indicated as DNS) will not be assigned arank, and will score no UCI points.
5. All riders competing in the qualifying round and having been disqualified (indicated as
DSQ) will not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points.
G. Team Sprint
Teams who do not finish the qualifying round will be designated with one of the following
according to the reason for them not finishing: Did Not Finish (DNF); Did Not Start (DNS);
Disqualified (DSQ). These teams shall not progress to the next round of the event.
The final classification of the event shall be drawn up in groups as follows:
1. For all teams competing in the final round, not starting (indicated as DNS), or notfinishing (indicated as DNF) for any reason, will be considered to have lost their heat.
These teams shall be ranked according to the UCI Regulations as if they had lost theirheat, and will score the equivalent UCI points. Any teams having been disqualified(indicated as DSQ) will not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points. Any ranking
positions that would have been occupied by these teams will remain empty.
2. In the case of a first round of the competition, all teams competing and finishing in thisround, but not advancing to the final, other than in the case of disqualification, will beclassified according to their times from this round.
3. In the case of a first round of the competition, all teams competing and not starting(indicated as DNS) or not finishing (indicated as DNF) in this round, shall be ranked after
group 2 according to their times from the Qualification Round, and will score theequivalent UCI points.
4. In the case of a first round, any teams having been disqualified (indicated as DSQ)
will not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points. Any ranking positions that would
have been occupied by these teams will remain empty.
5. All teams competing in the qualifying round, and finishing, but not qualifying for the
first round will be ranked according to their times with the next available rankings after
group 4, or 1 as applicable, and will score the equivalent UCI points.
6. All teams not finishing the qualifying round, either because of a mishap, or becauseof not being allowed to restart (indicated as DNF) will not be assigned a rank, and willscore no points.
7. All teams not starting the qualifying round (indicated as DNS) will not be assigned arank, and will score no UCI points.
8. All teams competing in the qualifying round and having been disqualified (indicated as
DSQ) will not be assigned a rank, and will score no UCI points.
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Chapter IV UCI TRACK NATIONS CUP
3.4.001

The International Cycling Union has created a “Track Nations Cup”, comprising ageneral classification by nation based on a number of competitions designated eachyear by the UCI Management Committee.
(text modified on 12.06.20)

3.4.002

The Track Nations Cup shall be the exclusive property of the UCI.

3.4.003

Nations Cup events shall be selected from those of the World Championships
hereunder:MEN1) 1 km TT, standing start2) Sprint
3) Individual pursuit, 4 km
4) Team pursuit, 4 km
5) Keirin
6) Team sprint
7) Points race, 40 km
8) Madison, 50 km
9) Scratch race, 15 km
10) Omnium11) Elimination

WOMEN
1) 500m TT, standing start2) Sprint
3) Individual pursuit, 3 km
4) Team Pursuit, 4 km
5) Keirin
6) Team sprint
7) Points race, 25 km
8) Madison, 30 km
9) Scratch race, 10 km
10) Omnium11) Elimination(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03; 19.09.06; 25.09.07; 29.03.10; 18.06.10;
25.02.13; 14.10.16; 01.10.19; 12.06.20)

3.4.004

Participation
The competitions shall be for national selections and top 5 UCI Track Teams in eachspecialisation, as specified in article 3.4.004bis. Riders shall be aged 18 and over. In
a specific event, Top 4 Junior riders at the latest Junior World Championships canparticipate in the UCI Track Nations Cup of the same season.
Riders registered for a UCI Track Nations Cup round with their UCI Track Team areallowed to take part in the Team Sprint and/or Team Pursuit with their National Teamon this same round. This rule does not apply to the other specialisations.
The participation in the individual events and in Madison shall be restricted to riders
with at least 250 points in the respective UCI Track Ranking. To be eligible, each rider
must have the minimum amount of points required either six weeks before the first legof the Nations Cup, or in the latest update of the respective UCI Track Ranking. This
does not apply to riders entering Individual Pursuit and Kilometre/500m Time Trial.
For the development of track cycling, the track commission may grant dispensation ofthis requirement.
The participation in each competition of the Nations Cup determines the eligibility of
the national federations to the corresponding event of the World Championships
according to article 9.2.027bis.
(text modified on 01.01.03; 21.01.06; 25.02.13; 10.04.13; 20.06.14; 15.03.16;
01.07.17; 05.03.18; 12.06.20; 25.10.21)

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3.4.004
bis

Qualification for the top 5 UCI Track Teams will be defined following the UCI Track
Team Ranking established 6 weeks before the first leg of the UCI Track Nations Cup.
UCI Track Teams get their qualification for the entire UCI Track Nations Cup Series.
Top 5 UCI Track Teams in each specific ranking will get the maximum number ofparticipants in accordance with article 3.4.007bis for this specific specialisation. Only
riders with at least 250 points in the respective UCI Track Ranking can be entered.
(article introduced on 25.10.21)

3.4.005

Enrolment shall be open to UCI-affiliated national federations and qualified UCI trackteams (as per article 3.4.004).
In bunch events and Madison, if the number or riders entered exceeds the track limit
as per article 3.1.009, qualifying heats shall be organised. The heats shall be run insuch a way so as to qualify up to the track maximum number of riders, without
necessarily qualifying the maximum number of riders/teams permitted. An equal
number of riders/teams shall qualify from each heat to participate in the final.
There is no maximum number for the other specialisations.
(text modified on 25.09.07; 01.10.12; 01.02.13; 10.04.13; 15.03.16; 14.10.16;
21.06.18; 12.06.20)

3.4.006[abrogated on 15.03.16].

3.4.007

The maximum number of participants by national team for each event shall be thefollowing:
MEN
Team Sprint
SprintKeirin
1 km Time Trial
Team pursuit
Individual pursuit
Points race
Scratch race
OmniumElimination
Madison2 teams
2 riders
2 riders
2 riders
2 teams
2 riders
1 rider
1 rider
1 rider
1 rider
1 teamWOMEN
Team Sprint
SprintKeirin
500 m Time Trial
Team pursuit
Individual Pursuit
Points race
Scratch race
OmniumElimination
Madison2 teams
2 riders
2 riders
2 riders
2 teams
2 riders
1 rider
1 rider
1 rider
1 rider
1 teamA maximum of one substitute rider for each event is permitted. Substitute riders must
be confirmed at the confirmation of starters as per article 3.4.009. Team Managers
may forward modifications to the Secretary of College of Commissaires until the startof the first competition session on the day of each event.
For the sake of clarity, in team events, only the best ranked team of the samenationality will score points as per article 3.3.002.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.01.03; 26.08.04; 19.09.06; 25.09.07; 29.03.10;
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3.4.007bis

The maximum number of participants by UCI track team for each event shall be thefollowing:
MEN
Team Sprint
SprintKeirin
1 km Time Trial
Team pursuit
Individual pursuit
Points race
Scratch race
OmniumElimination
Madison1 team2 riders
2 riders
2 riders
1 team2 riders
1 rider
1 rider
1 rider
1 rider
1 teamWOMEN
Team Sprint
SprintKeirin
500 m Time Trial
Team pursuit
Individual Pursuit
Points race
Scratch race
OmniumElimination
Madison1 team2 riders
2 riders
2 riders
1 team2 riders
1 rider
1 rider
1 rider
1 rider
1 teamA maximum of one substitute rider for each event is permitted. Substitute riders must
be confirmed at the confirmation of starters as per article 3.4.009. Team Managers
may forward modifications to the Secretary of College of Commissaires until the startof the first competition session on the day of each event.
(article introduced on 10.04.13; text modified on 15.03.16; 05.03.18; 12.06.20)
3.4.007ter[abrogated on 12.06.20]

3.4.008[abrogated on 15.03.16].

3.4.009

The names of riders, substitutes and attendants shall reach the organiser by 3 weeks
before the date of the race at the latest. In case of late entry after the prescribeddeadline, a late registration fee of CHF 200 per team will be perceived.
In case of non-attendance of entered teams at the competition, a penalty of CHF 300.per team may be imposed.
The names of the riders taking part must be announced to the Commissaires’ Panelby noon at the latest on the eve of the first race of the competition as per the publishedtimes and instructions. Any announcement made out of the time limit shall be liable toa fine of CHF 300.-.
Attendance to the Team Manager’s meeting is compulsory. Attendance is defined aspresence from the roll call at the start of the meeting until the meeting concludes.
(text modified on 26.08.04; 30.09.10; 04.03.19; 01.10.19; 12.06.20)

3.4.009bis

3.4.010

3.4.011

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Organisation
Organisers of Nations Cup races shall sign a contract with the UCI governing, notably,
the radio and TV broadcasting rights, marketing rights and the material organisationof the races.
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3.4.012[abrogated on 15.03.16].

3.4.013

The Commissaires’ Panel shall comprise UCI international commissaires appointed
by the UCI as per article 1.2.116.
The organising National Federation shall designate all other commissaires that may
be necessary for the efficient control of the races, as well as timekeepers as per article
1.2.116.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 15.03.16)

3.4.014

The UCI shall appoint a Technical Delegate.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.4.015

The organiser shall meet the expenses of all persons designated by the UCI, but they
will be paid by UCI according to usual conditions.

3.4.016

A meeting shall be convened before the first competition. It shall be attended by all
the officials and the Team Leaders. It shall be chaired by the Chief Commissaire in
the presence of the UCI Technical Delegate and the persons responsible fororganisation.
(text modified on 21.06.18)

3.4.017

Prizes
The scale of prizes for the individual classification by race will be established annuallyby the UCI Management Committee in the financial obligations.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.4.018[abrogated on 01.01.02]

3.4.019[abrogated on 15.03.16].

3.4.020

The three first in each race shall receive from the organiser, respectively, a gold medal(1st place), a silver medal (2nd place) and a bronze medal (3rd place).
(text modified on 12.06.20)

3.4.021

UCI Rankings
On completion of each race in each competition, riders shall be awarded the numberof points as per the corresponding scale of article 3.3.010.
With regard to UCI Rankings by nation, riders competing for the national selection
only will score points for the nation. Riders competing for UCI track teams will scorepoints for the corresponding track team in the UCI Track Teams Rankings as
stipulated in article 3.3.002bis.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 25.02.13; 12.06.20)

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3.4.021bis

UCI Track Nations Cup Standings
At the end of each competition, the order of precedence between riders drawing in
the general standings shall be determined according to the greatest number of 1stplaces, then 2nd places, etc. considering only the placings for which points areawarded.
If they still stand equal, precedence shall be awarded to the rider with the bestclassification in the most recent event.
(article introduced on 01.10.04; modified on 12.06.20)

3.4.022

The general standings of the competition by nation shall be determined by adding thepoints obtained by the riders of each team in each race.
In case of a tie on points, the number of first places shall be taken into account, then
the number of second places, and so on.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 15.03.16; 12.06.20)

3.4.023

The total points obtained by each nation in each competition shall serve, after the lastcompetition of the season, to establish the final general standings by nation.
(text modified on 12.06.20)

3.4.024[abrogated on 12.06.20]

3.4.025[abrogated on 15.03.16]

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Chapter V WORLD RECORDS
3.5.001

General comments
The UCI shall recognise solely World Track Records in the following categories andspecialities:
Flying start:
All categories: 200 m and 500 m.
Standing start:
Men:
Team Sprint (on 250m track only), 1 km, 4 km, 4 km team, hour record
Women: Team Sprint (on 250m track only), 500 m, 3 km, 4 km team, hour record
Junior Men:
Team Sprint (on 250m track only), 1 km, 3 km, 4 km teamJunior Women: Team Sprint (on 250m track only), 500 m, 2 km, 4 km team(text modified on 01.01.02; 10.06.05, 24.09.09; 30.09.10)

3.5.002

The World Record is the exclusive property of the UCI.
The UCI is the exclusive holder of all audio-visual, marketing and other rights relating
to any attempt to set a world or any other record. The UCI may surrender those rights
on any conditions that it may determine.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.5.003

Only the UCI may recognise and confirm a world record.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.5.004

The UCI shall keep an up-to-date list of the Olympic records which it shall publish
regularly.
(text modified on 05.03.18)

3.5.005

Records may be set during a competition or during a special attempt that shall also
be ridden in accordance with the relevant UCI regulations.
Any special attempt requires the prior written authorization of the UCI. In this regard
such authorization is subject to the requirements determined by the UCI including, but
not limited to, requirements related to the UCI Anti-Doping Rules. Riders making a
special attempt must be included in the UCI Registered Testing Pool and provide
accurate and up-to-date whereabouts information and must be subjected to antidoping controls collected and analysed in accordance with Athlete Biological Passport
programme as implemented by the UCI. If the rider is not in the Registered Testing
Pool or does not have any Athlete Biological Passport, all the associated costs fortesting the rider or any extra controls shall be borne by the rider.
Moreover a special attempt must be authorized in writing in advance by the national
federation of the rider(s). This authorization must reach the UCI no later than fourmonths prior to the attempt.
Specific World Record attempts shall not take place during the World Championships
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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSEach application for a World Record attempt must state a specific time and a single
date for that attempt. In the event of a mishap, the attempt may be rescheduled forthe day after the fixed date(text modified on 01.01.02; 15.05.14; 1.02.15; 01.10.19)
3.5.006

The public and the Press shall be able to attend World Record attempts for their full
duration.
The number of spectators and Press personnel may be limited in the interest ofsporting performance, subject to prior UCI agreement.

3.5.007

For record attempts outside competition the rider or the team shall take the trackalone.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.5.008

Records must be set on a UCI-approved track.
Only bicycles admitted by the Track Race Regulations may be used.
A starting block shall be used in all specialities with a standing start, including the hour
record.

3.5.009

If the record attempt takes place in a country other than that of the National Federationof the rider, both Federations shall reach a written agreement which shall ensure thatthe attempt may be made under the best possible circumstances, especially withregard to policing services, timekeeping, commissaires and the drug test. A copy ofthis agreement must be provided to the UCI no later than four months prior to theattempt.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 01.10.19)

3.5.010

Any costs incurred by the attempt shall be met by the rider (including the travel andaccommodation costs of the international commissaire and the Doping Control Officer
the laboratory costs and other UCI expenses).
If the attempt takes place in some other country, the National Federation of thatcountry shall be entitled to be reimbursed any expenses it may have had to incur.
The rider’s National Federation shall be held jointly liable for paying costs incurred by
the attempt.

3.5.011Time-keeping
Record attempts shall be electronically timed lap by lap to the nearest thousandth of
a second.

3.5.012

Electronic time-keeping of hour record attempts must be accompanied by a system
of manual time-keeping. That time-keeping shall be conducted by two timekeepers
approved by the National Federation of the country where the attempt takes place.

3.5.013

Recorded times shall be entered on the time-keeping sheets that then have to besigned by the timekeeper that fills them in.

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3.5.0143.5.015

Verification
A record set during a competition shall be confirmed only if a UCI international
commissaire has been monitoring the race as member of the Commissaires’ Paneland signs the report referred to in article 3.5.016.
Any record attempt shall be authorised in writing beforehand by the National
Federation of the country where the attempt takes place. The National Federation
shall appoint a UCI international commissaire to supervise the attempt. For an hour
record attempt, the commissaire shall be appointed by the UCI.
(text modified on 15.05.14)

3.5.016

ReportA succinct report specifying the circumstances in which the record has been set shallin all cases be drawn up on the models provide by the UCI. The report shall be
immediately written and signed by the UCI international commissaire and by at least
one other official present and by the rider(s) who set the record.
See appendix 1(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.5.017

3.5.018

The UCI international commissaire shall then send the report, with the original timekeeping sheets, to the UCI.
Anti-Doping Control
A World shall only be validated upon the requirement that the rider in question submits
to an anti-doping control immediately after the end of the race. For team events, allteam members who have set the new record shall undergo an anti-doping control.
The anti-doping control shall be carried out in accordance with the UCI Anti-Doping
Rules.
The record shall only be confirmed on the basis of a certificate issued by the WADAaccredited laboratory indicating that the analysis of the sample did not turn out positive(i.e. no adverse analytical finding was declared).
(text modified on 01.01.02, 18.06.10; 05.03.18)

3.5.019

Confirmation
No record shall be confirmed if it does not comply with all applicable provisions.

3.5.020

A record beaten the same day shall not be confirmed.

3.5.021

Records established during Nations Cup rounds, World Championships and Olympic
Games may be confirmed by a certified copy of the official result communiqué, signedby the Chief Commissaire and by the UCI Technical Delegate. In case of
disagreement, a request for conformation may be lodged with the Management
Committee pursuant to the following articles.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 10.06.05)

3.5.022

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3.5.023

A request for confirmation shall be lodged by the rider that set the record or by his
National Federation. To be considered, the request shall have reached UCI
headquarters at the latest one month after the date the record was set.

3.5.024

If the UCI considers that there exist circumstances opposing confirmation, it shallinvite the rider or his representative to elucidate those circumstances before taking adecision. If that is not done and if the record is not confirmed, the rider may lodge anappeal with CAS.
(text modified on 01.01.10)

3.5.025

3.5.026

The UCI shall keep an up-to-date list of confirmed World Records which it shall publish
regularly.
Hour Record
The Hour Record is the greatest distance achieved in one hour on a traditional bicycle,
as defined in articles 1.3.006 to 1.3.010 and 1.3.019 of the rules.
(text modified on 15.05.14)

3.5.026bis[abrogated on 15.05.14]

3.5.027

The bicycle shall be submitted to the Equipment Commission for approval 15 days
before the date of the attempt.
(text modified on 15.05.14)

3.5.028

The rider starts from the pursuit line as defined in article 3.6.084.

3.5.029

The timekeeper shall, by ringing a bell, indicate the last lap (or the lap during which
the hour expires) when the time remaining to ride is less than the average timerealised over one lap of the track.

3.5.030

The attempt shall terminate when the rider crosses the pursuit line from which hestarted. The end shall be indicated by a single pistol shot.
(text modified on 04.03.19)

3.5.031

The distance covered in the hour shall be calculated as follows:
D = (L Pi x TC) + Di C
Di C = L Pi x TRC
TTC
Where:
D = distance covered in the hour
L Pi = length of track
TC = number of complete laps before the last lap
Di C = additional distance
TTC = time of the last complete lap
TRC = time remaining to ride at the beginning of the last lap

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The distance covered shall be rounded down to the nearest metre. The Hour Record
may not be beaten by less than one metre.

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3.5.033

3.5.034

If, between the expiry of the hour and the end of the last lap, an incident occurs toprevent completion of the lap, the additional distance shall be calculated on the basisof the time of the lap before last.
Best hour performance behind dernyThe best hour performance behind derny is the greatest distance achieved in one
hour on a bicycle in compliance with articles 1.3.006 to 1.3.010.
The moped (derny) must comply with articles 3.6.029 to 3.6.051 and the attire of themoped pacers must comply with article 3.6.063. In no case the machine may be fittedwith a roll behind the rear wheel.
The bicycle and the moped (derny) shall be submitted to the Equipment Unit for
approval at least 15 days before the date of the attempt.
(article introduced on 10.06.05)

3.5.035

The articles 3.5.028 to 3.5.033 of the hour record regulation shall apply.
(text modified on 15.05.14)

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Chapter VI EQUIPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE§1
3.6.001

Starting Blocks
The starting blocks shall be constructed in order that they are easy to handle andremovable from the track surface in 5 seconds maximum. They must be tested andapproved by the UCI Technical Delegate or the competition Chief Commissaire.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.002

The bicycle shall be held in a vertical position, whatever the banking of the track. For
that purpose, the starting block shall be fitted with adjustable feet.

3.6.003

The bicycle shall be held firmly by means of a brake that grips the edge of the rear
wheel rim.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.004

The brake shall be adjustable in height so that it can block wheels of different
diameters and in width to grip rims of different thickness.

3.6.005

The brake shall release the rear wheel at the moment of the start, so that allcompetitors start at exactly the same moment.

3.6.006(N) The brake of the starting block shall be released by the electronic system which
simultaneously triggers the chronometer.

§2
3.6.007

Motorbikes for motor-pacing
Machines used for training shall comply with the drawing in article 3.6.028.
All the measurements in the drawing are taken from the centre of the rear wheel
spindle or from a fixed point on the framework as near as possible to the rear wheel
spindle (this point being clearly defined) and from the ground.

3.6.008

The machines shall be single track, of unspecified make and model and shall be
driven by a single driver.

3.6.009

The engine and the frame shall correspond exactly to standards of the original model
as defined by the constructor.

3.6.010
3.6.011

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Engine
The engine capacity shall be 500 cc. minimum and 1000 cc. maximum.
These engines shall be of the single or double cylinder, vertical type. Flat Tween
engines are forbidden.
Frame
The machine shall be of a commercially available type. The width of the framework
shall be 350 mm. maximum. The rear shock absorber shall be removed and replaced
by a round tube of the same diameter as the tubes of the frame, that is to say 30 mm.

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3.6.013

3.6.014

3.6.015

3.6.016

SaddleThe saddle, of a commercially available type, shall be 300 mm wide and 350 mm long.
The position of the pacer being what is referred to as “standing”, the saddle shall be
set tipped forward. The saddle may in no case be modified; the addition of cushions,leather, cloth, etc., which might afford additional shelter, shall be absolutely forbidden.
The front outer edge of the saddle shall be set at 800 mm from the ground and 250
mm forwards of a perpendicular passing through the rear wheel spindle. The rearmost
point of the saddle shall be set at 1030 mm from the ground and touching that same
perpendicular passing through the rear wheel spindle.
Wheels
The wheels shall comprise metal rims and commercial spokes. They shall be of a
maximum diameter of 650 mm. Tyres: front wheel 350 x 19, rear wheel 350 or 400 x
19.
A reliable brake shall act on the front wheel. The brake acting on the rear wheel shallserve merely to slow down the bicycle.
Handlebar
The handlebar shall be made in one piece. Its width to the rear shall be 700 mm
maximum (width taken at the exterior of the grips).

3.6.017

The two grips shall be of the same height. The height above the ground shall be 1000
mm minimum and 1050 mm maximum. The height may be adjustable within thoselimits.

3.6.018

The rear extremity of the grips of the handlebar shall pass through the same
perpendicular to the ground as that passing through the foremost point of the saddle,
that is to say 250 mm forwards of the rear wheel spindle.

3.6.019

No lever or any other controlling device may, in its operating position, project beyond
the rearmost extremity of the grips. Leather devices, levers or hooks and otheraccessories fixed to the grips shall be absolutely forbidden.

3.6.020

Each pacer shall hold his handlebar with both hands. Driving with one hand alone
shall be authorised only when adjusting the engine or in cases of danger.

3.6.021

Footrests
Footrests shall be fixed to the frame tubes to the left and right. Each footrest shallcomprise a “sole” and a sheet metal toe-cap.

3.6.022

The sole of the footrest shall comprise a flat plate, whose dimensions shall be 120
mm wide by 240 mm long overall. It shall be rounded into a semicircle to the rear. The
toe-cap shall measure 80 mm to the fore and 200 mm to the rear; it shall be weldedaround the sole.

3.6.023

The centre of the footrest shall align on the same perpendicular to the ground as thatof the foremost point of the saddle and rearmost points of the handlebar. The front of
the footrests shall be permanently fixed at 240 mm from the ground.

3.6.024

The rear shall be adjustable. However, the both footrests shall always be set to thesame height for all motorbikes used in any given competition.

3.6.025

The overall width between the outer edges of the two footrests shall be 650 mm
maximum.

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3.6.026

3.6.027

Roll
Each machine shall, behind the rear wheel, be fitted with a roll the tube of which shallbe of a maximum diameter of 35 mm. The width of the roll shall be 600 mm. The
centre of the roll spindle shall be set 335 mm from the ground.
The roll shall be fixed to the rear of the frame using cranked flat irons; the irons shallbe 35 mm wide by 6 mm thick. Two distance pieces hold the roll in the correct position;these distance pieces shall also be made of flat iron strip, 35 mm wide by 6 mm thick.
The distance between the rear-wheel spindle and the roll shall be adjustable in 50
mm steps from a minimum of 600 mm to a maximum of 800 mm.

3.6.028

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Mopeds

3.6.029

As the moped is meant to replace human pacing, the shelter that it affords shall befundamentally the same as that afforded by a bicycle.

3.6.030

No part of the moped may be surrounded by leather, rubber, felt or other materials
that could act as an artificial wind-break.

3.6.031

The moped shall comply strictly with the following provisions.

3.6.032

EngineThe machine shall be fitted with an engine of 100 cc maximum which will serve merely
to help the pacer pedal.

3.6.033

3.6.034

The use of a free wheel shall be absolutely forbidden; a fixed front chain-wheel shallbe mandatory.
Frame
The machine shall be a single-track one-seater.

3.6.035

The machine, including the front fork, shall be made of tubing, similar in every respect
to that used for the construction of an ordinary bicycle.

3.6.036

The height of the frame with a rake similar to that of a bicycle shall be between 560
mm minimum and 580 mm maximum (distance taken from the chainset spindle to theaxis of the upper tube).

3.6.037

The height of the chainset spindle above the ground shall be from 230 mm minimum
to 290 mm maximum.

3.6.038

The width of the chainset (including pedals) shall be 380 mm maximum.

3.6.039

SaddleThe saddle shall be of a commercially available racing model in leather; it shallmeasure 300 mm maximum in length by 150 to 180 mm in width. The saddle shalloverhang the frame by an equal distance on each side.

3.6.040

The saddle may not be in any way modified. The addition of cushions, leather, cloth,etc. to provide additional shelter shall be absolutely forbidden.

3.6.041

The foremost tip of the saddle peak shall be placed:a)
450 mm from the axis of the steering expander tightening bolt on tracks of 200
metres and more;b)
400 mm from the axis of the steering expander tightening bolt on tracks of lessthan 200 metres.

3.6.042

The height of the rear of the saddle above the ground shall be 870 mm minimum.

3.6.043

Handlebar
The handlebar shall be made in one piece and be a maximum 500 mm across(distance measured at the extremities of the grips).

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The handlebar shall be 30 mm below the level of the steering expander tightening bolt
which bolt shall itself be 900 mm above the ground. The handlebar grips shalltherefore be 870 mm from the ground (distance measured from the top of the grips).
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For tracks of less than 200 m, the handlebar grips shall be 920 mm from the ground(distance measured from the top of the grips).
3.6.045

3.6.046

3.6.047

3.6.048

3.6.049
3.6.050

The rearmost points of the handlebar shall be 200 mm maximum to the rear of thesteering expander tightening bolt. The tube ends shall be filled and the grips may beclad in insulating tape. Rubber grips shall be absolutely forbidden.
Wheels
The wheels shall comprise metal rims. They shall be of 650 mm diameter and fittedwith a 55 mm section tyre.
The rear wheel shall be of 700 mm diameter and shall be fitted with a 42 mm section
tyre.
Tank
The tank, being cylindrical, measuring 180 mm in diameter by 265 mm in length andtaking a petrol (gasoline) and oil mixture, shall be fixed to the steering pin.
Mudguard
The mudguard shall be made of steel.
The width of the rear mudguard shall be 70 mm maximum. It shall be made as a single
piece and form a protective shield on both sides. Its foremost point shall be fixed to
the frame tubes and its rearmost point to the rear wheel spindle. It shall be 140 mm
high. The distance between the steering expander button and the perpendicular withthe ground passing through the rear end of the mudguard shall be 1250 mm. The
distance between the rear of the saddle and the perpendicular with the ground,
passing through the rear end of the mudguard, shall therefore be 500 mm minimum.

3.6.051

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Attire of motor-pacers

3.6.052

Motor-pacers shall wear a leather jacket of the following dimensions:length of the back without collar
67 cm
width of the back at sleeve level
45 cm
width of chest at sleeve level
35 cm
circumference of chest taken under the arms
120 cmcircumference of the bottom of the jacket
120 cmlength of sleeve from shoulder seam to elbow
60 cm
circumference of sleeve around biceps
40 cm
circumference of sleeve around wrist
28 cm
circumference of collar
44 cm
height of collar
3.5 cm

3.6.053

The collar shall be closed by two hooks. The jacket shall zip up the back (from thebottom up).

3.6.054

The jacket may not be opened during the race or in any way modified for the purposeof favouring a rider.

3.6.055

Pacers shall wear leather trousers, without gaiters, and of the following dimensions:length of outer leg
94 cmlength of inner leg
68 cm
circumference of waist
102 cmcircumference of hip across the buttocks
114 cmcircumference of thigh72 cm
circumference above the knee
48 cm
circumference below the knee
36 cm
circumference of calf
40 cm
circumference of ankle
30 cm

3.6.056

The leather trousers shall also have a 22 cm wide cloth belt with, to the rear andpointing downward, a rubber tail 48 cm long by 9 cm wide.

3.6.057

The trousers shall have no openings other than on the outside of each leg, running
40 cm up from the ankle. These openings shall be secured by zip fasteners closing
from the top down.

3.6.058

The trousers shall be held up by straps crossing and secured behind with rubberised
loops.

3.6.059

Under their leather suits, pacers shall wear only a light, tight-fitting jersey and cyclist’s
racing shorts. The jacket must close without straining the seams or the zipper. The
jerseys shall be of equal thickness throughout and may in no way be padded. Theremay be no openings in underclothes and jerseys.

3.6.060

Pacers may wear only one pair of socks. They must be held up by suspenders.

3.6.061

Only normal-size, fully enclosed leather boots shall be permitted.

3.6.062

A rigid helmet shall be worn at all times during racing and training. It may not be
unstrapped or removed during the race. Ear-flaps, which may be fixed to the helmet,
may not protrude by more than 1 cm by 3 cm.

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3.6.063

Attire of moped pacers
All pacers shall wear the same attire:a)a light, short-sleeved pulloverb)
a clinging rider’s jersey with patch pockets; long sleeves shall be allowed; thecommissaires may permit the wearing of a supplementary racing jerseyc)shorts (tight black descending to mid-thigh)d)special black shoes known as “cyclists’ shoes” and all-white or all-black sockse)a pair of racing gloves or a pair of normal unlined gloves but not gauntlet glovesf)a moulded shell hat of the type worn by stayers; it may have neither ear-flaps
nor leather, felt or cloth strips that could act as artificial wind-breakers.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND VELODROMES HOMOLOGATION§6
3.6.064

Velodromes
Track competitions included on the UCI International calendar must be held at a UCIhomologated velodrome. As an exception to the above, the UCI may accept inclusionof non-homologated velodromes on the International Calendar, provided that they
fulfil all required guarantees in terms of safety.
Track competitions included on national calendar may be held at a nationallyhomologated or a UCI-homologated velodrome.
(text modified on 14.10.16)

3.6.065

A velodrome will not normally be homologated by the UCI unless it meets the following
conditions.
(text modified on 14.10.16)

3.6.066

The stability and resistance of the materials and fixings which make up the structureof the velodrome shall meet the legislation regarding construction and safety of thecountry in which it is built and shall take account of specific geological and climaticconditions.
These elements, along with general compliance of the construction and construction
materials with technical standards and good practice, remain the exclusive
responsibility of the owner, contractor, architect, consulting engineer, proprietor,
operator, user, organiser or others, in accordance with local legislation or regulations.
The UCI is exempt from any responsibility in this regard.
Homologation of the velodrome by the UCI rests not on the technical and structuralcharacteristics of the velodrome, but solely on the compliance of its external featureswith the provisions of the present paragraph at the time of the inspection. The UCI is
not liable for any faults or defects which lie out-side the scope of such homologation,or which appear or come to light subsequent to the inspections on which suchhomologation is based.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

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3.6.067

Track geometryForm
The inner edge of the track shall consist of two curves connected by two parallel
straight lines. The entrance and exit of the bends shall be designed so that thetransition is gradual.
The banking of the track shall be determined by taking into account the radius of thecurves and the maximum speeds achieved in the various disciplines.

3.6.068

LengthThe length of the track must lie between 133 metres and 500 metres inclusive.
The length of a track shall be such that a whole number of laps or half laps shall givea distance of precisely 1 kilometre, with a tolerance of + 5 centimetres.
For the World Championships and the Olympic Games the length must be 250
metres. In the interest of the development of track cycling, the UCI may grant a special
dispensation for Velodromes already in use.
(text modified on 01.01.02, 24.09.09)

3.6.069

3.6.070

The length of the track shall be measured 20 cm above the inner edge of the track(the upper edge of the blue band).
Width
The width of the track must be constant throughout its length. Tracks approved in
categories 1 and 2 must have a minimum width of 7 metres. Others tracks must havea width proportional to its length of 5 metres minimum.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.071

Blue band
A rideable area sky-blue in colour known as the “blue band” must be provided along
the inside edge of the track. The width of this band must be at least 10% of the widthof the track and its surface must have the same properties as of the track. No
advertising inscription is permissible in this area.
With the exception of mounted riders, no person or object may be on the blue band
while one or more riders are on the track.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.072

Safety zone
Immediately inside the blue band there shall be a prepared and marked safety zone.
The combined width of the blue band and the safety zone shall be at least 4 metresfor tracks of 250 metres and over, and 2.5 metres for tracks shorter than 250 metres.
With the exception of the commissaires, mounted riders or other persons authorisedby the Chief Commissaire, no person or object (including starting blocks) may beinside the safety zone when a rider is on the track.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 26.08.04)

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3.6.072bis

A fence, of a construction ensuring the adequate safety for riders at a height of atleast 120 cm, must be erected on the inner edge of the safety zone except if thefollowing conditions are met:1.
there are no height difference or abrupt gradient between the safety zone andthe track centre or within the track centre, and2.
inside the safety zone and at a distance of 10 m of the blue band, is no
unauthorized person or object in accordance with article 3.6.072.
The fence must be transparent and in no circumstances may any advertising boards
be attached to it.
In places where the level of the track proper is more than 1.5 m. higher than the actual
track centre, additional protective measures such as nets, panels, or the like, shall be
erected in order to prevent athletes being subjected to injury.
Any gates provided in the fencing must be fitted with simple and reliable fastenings.
They must be kept closed while racing and training is in progress.
(text modified on 01.01.02; 26.08.04)

3.6.073

3.6.073bis

ProfileAt any point on the track, a cross section of the track surface must present a straightline. In the bankings, the inner edge should have a curved transition onto the blueband.
At any point of the track or safety zone surface, a perpendicular distance from thesurface of at least 3 metres must be guaranteed free of any obstacle.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.074

Surface
The surface of the track shall be completely flat, homogenous, non-abrasive. The
tolerance of flatness for the track surface shall be 5 mm over 2 metres. The coating
shall be uniform in all its aspects over the entire track surface. Coatings intended to
improve the rolling qualities of one part of the track only are not permitted.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.075

The surface colour of the track must leave the track marking lines clearly visible.

3.6.076

Marking
Painting
Any demarcation, line, advertisement or other marking on the track must be appliedwith a paint or product which is non-slip and which does not alter the adhesion
properties, consistency or homogeneity of the surface.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.077

Advertisements on the track surface must be placed above the stayers’ line within alongitudinal band between 50 cm of the stayers’ line and 50 cm from the fence (theoutside edge of the track). No advertisement may be placed within 1m either side of
the pursuit and the 200 m lines, or within 3 m either side of the finish line, measured
from the outside edge of the white band.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

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3.6.078

3.6.079

3.6.080

The longitudinal lines covered by articles 3.6.079 to 3.6.081 shall have a constantwidth of 5 cm. The perpendicular lines covered by articles 3.6.082 to 3.6.084 shallhave a constant width of 4 cm.
Longitudinal markings:
Measuring line
A line, in black on a light background or in white on a dark background, known as the“measuring line” shall be drawn at 20 cm from the inside edge of the track, numbered
every 10 metres and marked every 5 metres. The measurement of the measuring line
shall be taken on its inside edge.
Sprinters’ line
A red line, known as the “sprinters’ line” shall be marked out 85 cm from the inneredge of the track.
The distance is to be measured to the inner edge of the red line.
(text modified on 21.01.06)

3.6.081

Stayers’ line
A blue line, known as the “stayers’ line” shall be drawn at one third of the total widthof the track or 2.45 m (whichever is the greater) from the inner edge of the track.
The distance is to be measured to the inner edge of the blue line.
(text modified on 21.01.06)

3.6.082

Perpendicular markings:
Finish line
The finish line shall be situated towards the end of one of the straights but at least a
few metres before the entrance of the banking, and in principle in front of the main
grandstand.
It shall be marked by a perpendicular black line 4 cm in width at the centre of a whiteband 72 cm in width.
The finish line marking on the track shall continue up to the top of the flat surface ofthe fencing.

3.6.083

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200 metre line
A white line shall be drawn across the track 200 metres before the finish line, fromwhich point the times will be taken for sprint events.
Pursuit lines
Two red lines half the width of the track in length, perpendicular to the track andprecisely in line with one another, shall be drawn at the precise midpoint of each of
the straights to mark the finish points for pursuit events.

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3.6.085

3.6.086

3.6.087

EQUIPMENT
Access tunnel
The track centre, which is located inside the safety zone, must be obligatorily
accessible via one or more tunnels.
Riders’ area
Within the track centre areas must be provided for riders to change and warm up, as
well as waiting areas near the pursuit and finish lines.
Fencing
The outside edge of the track must be surrounded by a safety fence to protect riders
and spectators. It must be stable and solidly mounted, with an overall height of at least
90 cm. The inside part must be completely smooth and unbroken to a height of atleast 65 cm above the track. It must present no protrusions or projecting parts.
At the places where the area outside the track is at a level 1.5 metres or more below
the outside edge of the track surface, additional protective measures (nets, panels,etc.) must be provided to reduce the risks resulting from riders accidentally leaving
the track.
The colour of the outside fencing must contrast clearly with that of the track.
Any gates provided in the outside fencing must open outwards and be fitted withsimple and reliable fastenings. They must be kept closed while racing and training isin progress.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.088

Miscellaneous
A lap counter clearly visible to riders and spectators and a bell audible through-out
the track area shall be placed near the finish line.
For pursuit events, bells and lap counters shall be placed on both side of the track,near the pursuit lines, in accordance with article 3.2.066.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.089

A timing system including starting blocks, contact bands and an electronic display(times to the thousandth of second, laps, points, etc.), a photofinish or video-finish
system to assist in judging finishes, and a general public address system clearly
audible throughout the entire velodrome area must be provided.
Contact strips must be laid over the width of the track or an acceptable timing detector
such as light beams installed.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.090

Lighting
Suitable lighting must be provided which meets the safety conditions into force in thatcountry.
The lighting system must be supplemented by an emergency lighting system
operating independently of mains electricity, capable of providing an intensity of atleast 100 Lux for 5 minutes which must be effective instantaneously.

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During training sessions without spectators, vertical lighting must be at least 300 lux.
During competitions, at least 1400 Lux is required for the Elite World Championships
and the Olympic Games (category 1 velodromes), at least 1000 Lux for category 2
velodromes and at least 500 Lux for category 3 and 4 velodromes.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.091

3.6.092

ACCOMMODATION FOR OFFICIALS
Finish judge’s podium
A podium must be provided for the judge at the finish, located in the track centre inline with the finish line.
Box for the Commissaires’ Panel
Adequate accommodation must be provided for the commissaires on the track centre
adjacent to the finish line.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.093

Box for the referee:
Provision must be provided for the judge-referee on the outside of the track. It must
be in a quiet, isolated location overlooking the track with an unimpeded view, e.g. at
the top of the stand above the finish line. Cable ducting must be provided from thatlocation to the infield. During competitions, there must be a radio link between thereferee and the other commissaires, including the starter and the President of theCommissaires’ Panel.
(text modified on 01.10.19)

3.6.093bisCentre podium for the starter:In the middle of the track center in line with the pursuit lines, a podium must be
provided for the starter. It must have an area of between 3 and 4 m2 and must be
raised above track level.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.094

HOMOLOGATION OF VELODROMES
At the time of their homologation, velodromes shall be classified into four categories
on the basis of the technical quality of the track and installations. The category
determines the level of competition which can be organised in the velodrome, as
shown in the following table:
CATEGORYHOMOLOGATION

1

UCI

2

UCI

3

UCI
NATIONAL
FEDERATION

4

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3.6.095

Category 1 and 2 tracks must meet the following criteria (calculated for maximum safe
speeds in the range 85 km/h up to 110 km/h):
Length of thetrack
Radius of bends
Width

250 m

285.714 m

333.33 m

400 m

19-25 m7-8 m

22-28 m7-8 m

25-35 m7-9 m

28-50 m7-10 mOther tracks must be designed to guarantee a minimum safe speed of at least 75
km/h.
(text modified on 01.01.02)
3.6.096

Requests for homologation shall be submitted to the UCI by the national federation of
the country in which the velodrome is located.

3.6.097

The request for homologation must be sent to the UCI at least 2 months before theplanned inspection date. It must be accompanied by a technical file complying with
the UCI’s standard model.
The UCI may require any additional document or information.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.098

The national federation shall organise the inspection of the velodrome in the presenceof a specialist responsible for carrying out the regulation measurements under the
direction of a UCI delegate. On this occasion, a test of the track by a group of riders
must be carried out.
All expenses incurred in connection with the inspection of the velodrome are to becovered by the applicant, the national federation being held jointly liable.
The costs of the UCI delegate are covered in accordance with the conditions specified
in the UCI financial obligations in force.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

3.6.099

A detailed inspection report shall be drawn up by the UCI delegate and countersignedby the persons responsible for the measurement of the track and a representative of
the national federation.

3.6.100

Should the UCI consider that there are aspects which might lead to homologation
being withheld, it shall invite the parties requesting homologation to justify these
aspects before a decision is reached. Failing this, and in the event that homologation
for the velodrome is withheld, the Federation concerned may appeal to CAS.
(text modified on 01.01.10)

3.6.101

Any changes to or renovation of the facilities following the inspection of the velodrome
shall nullify the homologation. New homologation is subject to the proceduredescribed in articles 3.6.097 and following.
(text modified on 01.01.02)

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Chapter VII TRACK TEAMS(Chapter introduced on 31.05.04)§1
3.7.001

Identity
A UCI Track Team is an entity, comprising at least three riders each of whom must
be of the age of 19 years and older.
Any person, company, foundation, association or other entity which operate and act
as the person or entity responsible for managing the UCI Track Team is hereinafterreferred to as the team representative and/or the employer. The team representative
shall represent the UCI Track Team for all purposes as regards the UCI Regulations.
(text modified on 30.03.09; 25.10.21)

3.7.002

The UCI Track Team shall comprise all the riders registered with the UCI as part of
the team, the team representative, the sponsors and all the other persons (TeamManager, Ass. Team Manager, Coach, Mechanic, Paramedical Staff, Press)
contracted by the team representative and/or the sponsors for the functioning of theteam. The UCI Track Team shall be designated by a special name and be registeredwith the UCI as provided in these regulations.
(text modified on 25.10.21)

3.7.003

UCI Track Teams riders may take part in all track specialisations for their team, when
not racing for the National Federation.
(text modified on 25.10.21)

3.7.004

Sponsors shall be persons, companies or bodies which contribute to the funding of
the UCI Track Team. Of these sponsors, no more than two may be designated as theprincipal partners of the UCI Track Team. Should neither of the two principal partners
be the employer of the UCI Track Team then the employer (team representative) may
be only a person or body corporate, whose sole commercial income is derived fromadvertising.
(text modified on 25.10.21)

3.7.005

The principal partner(s) and team representative shall commit themselves to the UCI
Track Team for a full track season as defined in article 3.2.001.
(text modified on 25.10.21)

3.7.006

Team Name
The name of the UCI Track Team must either be that of the company or brand nameof the principal partner or that of one or both of the two principal partners, or the nameof its team representative.
Upon specific request, the UCI may authorise another designation which is linked to
the UCI Track Team project. The UCI may refuse the UCI Track Team’s registration
because of a resemblance of the name of a new UCI Track Team, its teamrepresentative or its principal partners which is likely to create confusion with another
UCI Track Team.

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3.7.007

Two UCI Track Teams, their principal partners or team representative, may not bear
the same name. Should application for a new and identical name be simultaneously
made by two or more UCI Track Teams, priority shall be given to the UCI Track Team
which has used the name for the longer or longest time. In case of first registration,
the UCI Track Team that first submitted its application to the UCI shall receive priority
for the name.
(text modified on 25.10.21)

3.7.008

Transfer period
During the season, a rider cannot join a UCI Track Team outside from the UCI Track
Team registration period going from 2 months to 2 weeks before the start of the new
Track Individual Classification, starting the day after the end of the UCI Track Cycling
World Championships.
(text modified on 30.09.10; 25.10.21)§2
3.7.009

Legal and Financial Status
The team representative shall represent the UCI Track Team for all purposes relating
to the UCI Regulations. His registered office/main residence must be in the same
country where the UCI Track Team is registered.
The team representative has the power to hire staff. He shall sign the contracts with
the UCI Track Team's riders and other employees.
(text modified on 25.10.21)

3.7.009bis

Any person, company, foundation, association or other entity that becomes the teamrepresentative or principal partner of a UCI Track Team for the first time shall no later
than the date of the application for the registration of that UCI Track Team submit thefollowing to the National Federation:
For individuals: proof of residence;
For incorporated bodies and other organisations:
Constitution or articles of association;
Proof of an entry on the business register or the register of companies or
associations, or any other official document demonstrating the legal
existence of the organisation;
List of officers or directors with their full names, occupations and addresses;
Annual accounts (balance sheet and profit and loss account for the last
financial year in the current legal form.
Furthermore, the team representative and the principal partners must inform the
National Federation without delay of any of the following: a change of domicile orregistered offices, reduction in capital, change of legal form or identity (merger,
takeover), request for or implementation of any agreement or any measureconcerning all creditors.
(article introduced on 25.10.21)§3Requirements imposed on the UCI Track Team for the registration
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3.7.010

The application for the status of UCI Track Team must be made to the National
Federation of the nationality of the majority of the riders of the team in accordancewith the procedures set out below (articles 3.7.010bis to 3.7.028bis).
(text modified on 25.10.21)

3.7.010bis

Each National Federation may register a maximum of 3 UCI Track Teams each year.
For the development of track cycling, the UCI Track Commission may grantdispensation of this requirement.
(article introduced on 25.10.21)

3.7.010ter

The National Federations may set the deadlines for the procedure as set out in theregistration manual as they wish, as long as the deadlines for registration with the
UCI are respected.
The conditions set out in this paragraph are minimum conditions. National
Federations are permitted to set stricter conditions.
(article introduced on 25.10.21)

3.7.010quarter

The UCI Track Team must submit the following to the National Federation:
1.
Original copies of the contracts signed with the riders;2.
Original copies of the contracts signed with other UCI Track Team staff;
3.
An original copy of a bank guarantee, as described in article 3.7.030 to 3.7.035;
4.
A detailed budget following the model set out in the manual for the registrationof UCI Track Teams;
5.
Proof that the insurance cover required under article 3.7.023bis has been takenout for all the riders in the UCI Track Team;6.
A copy of the sponsorship contract or, if no such contract exists, documentary
evidence of the UCI Track Team's income.
(article introduced on 25.10.21)

3.7.010
quinquies

The National Federation shall register the UCI Track Team only if it considers that the
documentation submitted meets all the conditions above and that its budget isadequate for such a team.
(article introduced on 25.10.21)

3.7.011

The National Federation shall be solely responsible for checking compliance withregulatory and legal requirements, both on registration and throughout the registrationyear.
(text modified on 25.10.21)

3.7.012[abrogated on 25.10.21]

3.7.013

The UCI Track Team shall communicate the complete registration documentation of
UCI Track Teams (including their list of staff and riders) 15 days prior to the UCI Track
Individual Classification period start, for verification and registration.
The UCI Track Team registration must include the following information:
1. the exact name of the UCI Track Team.
2. the complete contact details (address, e-mail, telephone and fax numbers) towhich all communications for the UCI Track Team can be sent.

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3.
4.
5.

the names and addresses of the principal partners, team representative and theteam manager.
the surnames, first names, addresses, nationalities and dates of birth of theriders, and UCI ID of the riders.
Scanned copies of contracts between the UCI Track Team and the respective
riders.

The registration of UCI Track Teams is valid for a full track season as defined in article
3.2.001.
(text modified on 25.10.21)
3.7.014

Article 3.7.013 shall also apply to any amendment to the list. Such amendments shallimmediately be submitted by the Teams to the UCI for approval.

3.7.015

Only Teams on the registered list of the UCI may receive benefits such as those listed
in article 3.7.019.

3.7.016

By their annual registration with the UCI, UCI Track Teams and especially the teamrepresentative and sponsors shall undertake to respect the Constitution andRegulations of the UCI and their respective National Federation and to participate incycling events in a loyal and sporting manner. The team representative and principal
partners shall be held jointly and severally liable for all the financial commitments of
the UCI Track Team to the UCI and the National Federations, including any relevantfines.
(text modified on 25.10.21)

3.7.017

The registration of the UCI Track Team with the UCI shall involve a registration feethat the UCI Track Team shall pay 15 days prior to the UCI Track Individual
Classification period start. The amount shall be set annually by the UCI Management
Committee.
(text modified on 04.03.2019)

3.7.018

With their registration application, each UCI Track Team must submit to the UCI acolour graphic design of their team jersey, complete with sponsor logos.

3.7.019

Those UCI Track Teams registered with the UCI will receive the following benefits:
1.
Inclusion on the UCI Track Team Ranking. (as per article 3.3.002bis)
2.
Information services and publications in addition to the regular distributions.
3.
Direct entry services for major UCI competitions. (in compliance with article
3.4.004)
4.
Where applicable, advertising space on specific series jerseys(text modified on 25.10.21)§4Teams and Riders

3.7.020

The UCI Track Team shall be the totality of the team riders in the elite and/or under
23 categories to take part in events and specialisations as specified in article 3.7.003.

3.7.021[abrogated on 25.10.21].

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3.7.022

A rider shall not enter into any commitment with an organiser, whomsoever thatorganiser may be, with a view to participating in a race, without having firstly obtained
the agreement of his team representative. That agreement shall be considered tohave been granted if, on being duly requested, the team representative has not replied
within ten days.
(text modified on 25.10.21)§5
3.7.023

Contract of Employment & Insurance
A rider’s membership of a UCI Track Team shall be subject to a contract which mustat least contains the stipulations of the standard contract presented in article 3.7.029.
It does not include bonus/incentive programs, race schedules, equipment provisions
and other details. These are subject to negotiations between the team representative
and the rider(s).
A rider who is already employed or a member of another UCI registered team (racing
in another discipline), may be registered in a UCI Track Team, only if a signed threeparty agreement (rider, UCI Track Team and the other UCI Team) is provided during
the registration process.
The insurance cover, as set out in article 3.7.023bis must be guaranteed and specified
in detail in the contract.
(text modified on 25.10.21)

3.7.023bis

Insurance against the following risks is compulsory for all events occurring in thecourse of the rider's activities for the UCI Track Team (racing, training, travel,
promotion, etc.). The insurances must be valid in all countries in which the rider issusceptible of performing activities for the UCI Track Team, whether individually or
jointly with other UCI Track Team members:
1.
Civil responsibility (of the rider; for an adequate amount);2.
Accidents (costs of treatment until recovery with no amount limit);
3.
Sickness (costs of treatment and hospitalisation with no amount limit);
4.
Repatriation (unlimited cover);5.
Death (minimum value EUR 100’000.- due to the beneficiaries designated by
the rider).
UCI Track Teams shall take out and cover the costs for the insurances listed above
insofar as the rider does not have such insurances through his licence or his
compulsory national social security system.
(article introduced on 25.10.21)

3.7.024

Any clause concluded between the rider and the team representative that clearly
impinges on the basic rights of the rider as provided for in the UCI regulations shallbe considered null and void.
(text modified on 25.10.21)

3.7.025

Any contract between a UCI Track Team and a rider shall be drawn up in duplicate atleast in a language which can be understood by both the rider and the National
Federation. One signed scanned copy shall be forwarded to the UCI with a translationin French or English.
(text modified on 01.07.17; 25.10.21)

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3.7.026§7
3.7.027

End of Contract
On the expiration of the foreseen term of the contract, the rider shall be free to enter
the service of some other employer. No system of transfer fees shall be permitted.

Dissolution of a UCI Track TeamA UCI Track Team shall announce its dissolution or the end of its activity or its inability
to respect its obligations, as soon as possible to the riders, to its other members, tothe UCI and its National Federation.
Once this announcement has been made, riders shall be fully entitled to contract withthird parties for the following season or for the period starting at the moment
announced for the dissolution, the end of activities or the inability to perform.

§8

Penalties

3.7.028

Should a UCI Track Team, as a whole, fail or cease to meet all the conditions of therelevant UCI regulations, it may no longer participate in cycling events.

3.7.028bis

The UCI shall have the right to refuse or withdraw the registration of a UCI Track
Team which does not meet all the minimum conditions set in the present regulations
or by another regulatory provision.
Notwithstanding the above, in the event of delay in payment and/or receipt of theregistration file by the UCI, the registration fee shall be automatically increased up to
CHF 100 per day. Furthermore, the UCI will not proceed with the registration of the
UCI Track Team without receipt of the entire application for registration and fullsettlement of all registration fees, including any applicable increases.
Moreover, the UCI Track Team may only claim the rights related to the UCI Track
Team status once its registration has been granted.
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3.7.029

UCI Model Contract Between a Rider and a UCI Track Team
Between the undersigned,(name and address of employer)
employer of the Track Team (name of the Track Team), affiliated by the (name of the
National Federation) and whose principal partners are:1.
2.

(name and address) (if appropriate, the employer)(name and address)

hereafter called « the team representative »,ON ONE PARTAnd:

(name and address of the rider)born inonnationality
holder of a licence issued byhereafter called «the Rider»
ON THE OTHER PARTDo hereby recall that:
The team representative employs a team of cyclists who, forming the ….. (nameof the UCI Track Team) and under the direction of Mr. (name of the TeamManager), participate in track events governed by the Regulations of the Union
Cycliste Internationale;
The Rider wishes to join the (name of the UCI Track Team)
Both parties are acquainted with and declare that they will abide wholly by the
UCI Constitution and Regulations, and those of its affiliated National Federation.
This having been established, it is hereby agreed as follows:
ARTICLE 1 – Engagement
The Employer shall engage the Rider, and the Rider shall agree to be engaged as a
Track rider.
The participation of the Rider in events in other disciplines shall be agreed upon by
the Parties case by case.
ARTICLE 2 – Duration
The present contract shall be concluded for a fixed period commencing on … (startdate) and expiring on … (end date, if possible, end of track season)
ARTICLE 3 – Remunerationa) Paid rider
The Rider shall be entitled to an annual gross salary of … (amount in figures andwords) This remuneration may not be lower than (choose one):The legal minimum wage of the country of the nationality of the UCI Track Team;
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Where there is no legal minimum, than the usual salary that is paid or shouldbe paid to full-time workers employed in the country whose National Federation
issued the Rider’s licence
The amount set by (name of NF) in its national regulations;
The minimum salary negotiated by (name of NF) with (e.g. name of riders’union) of the country.

If the duration of that contract is to be less than one year, the Rider shall, over that
period, earn at least the full annual salary provided for in the preceding paragraph,less the contractual salary that he would have been able to earn, as a rider withprofessional status, with some other employer in the course of the year preceding thefinal date of the present contract. This provision shall not apply if the present contract
is extended.
b) Unpaid rider
The Rider receives no salary or remuneration but receives expenses as per the scale
below for the activities carried out for the UCI Track Team and/or at its request:(Suggestions, examples →)(currency and amount) per kilometre travelled;
reimbursement of air tickets for distances greater than (number) km;
reimbursement of the cost of a 2-star hotel room for the nights before and after
the event if the competition venue is more than (number) km from the rider'shome;
on presentation of receipts, reimbursement for all meals taken during travel up
to a maximum price of (currency and total amount) per meal;on presentation of invoices, reimbursement for minor mechanical expenses toa maximum total amount of (currency and total amount) per year.
ARTICLE 4 - Payment of remuneration and/or expensesa) Paid rider
1.
The UCI Track Team shall pay the remuneration determined under article 3 in
12 equal monthly instalments on or before the 5th day of the following month.
2.
Should the Rider be suspended under the terms of the UCI Regulations or thoseof one of its affiliate Federations, he/she shall not be entitled to the said
remuneration referred to in article 3 for the part of the suspension exceeding
one month.
3.
In the event of failure to make payment of the remuneration referred to in article
3, the rider is, without summoning the employer to make payment, fully entitledto an extra benefit of 5% interest per year.
b) Unpaid rider
1.
The UCI Track Team must pay the sums specified in article 3 no later than thelast working day of each month as long as it has received the expenses claim
from the rider before the 20th of that month.
2.
In the event of a failure to make payment of any sum by its due date, the rider
has the right, without notice, to the interest and supplements commonly appliedin that country. Any sum due to the rider from the UCI Track Team must be paidby transfer to the rider's bank account no (number) at the (name of the bank) at(branch where the account is held). Only the proof of the execution of the banktransfer is accepted as proof of payment.
ARTICLE 5 - Insurance
The Employer shall provide the rider with an appropriate insurance to ensure areasonable allowance in the event of an unforeseen injury or illness which affects therider's ability to fulfil the competition aspects of his/her contractual obligations.

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The Rider shall be entitled to premiums and prizes won during cycling competitions
in which he/she participated for the UCI Track Team, in accordance with theRegulations of the UCI and its Affiliated Federations.
Premiums and prizes shall be paid as promptly as possible, but at latest on the lastworking day of the month following that in which said premiums and prizes were won.
ARTICLE 7 - Miscellaneous Obligations
1.
The Rider may not, for the duration of the present contract, work for any other
UCI Track Team or advertise for any other sponsors than those belonging tothe (name of the UCI Track Team), except in such cases as are provided for in
the Regulations of the UCI and of its affiliated Federation.
2.
The Employer hereby undertakes to allow the Rider properly to perform his
occupation by providing him with the necessary equipment and apparel and bypermitting him/her to participate in a sufficient number of cycling events, either
as a member of the UCI Track Team or individually.
3.
The Rider may not participate individually in a race without the express
agreement of the Employer. The Employer shall be deemed to have given its
agreement if it has not replied within a period of ten days from the date of therequest. In no case may the Rider take part in a race within any other structure
or a mixed team if the (name of the UCI Track Team) has already entered forthat race.
4.
The Parties undertake to respect the riders’ health protection programme of the
UCI and/or the (name of NF).
In case of a national selection, the Employer shall be required to permit the Rider toparticipate in preparatory races and programmes decided upon by the National
Federation. The Employer shall authorise the National Federation to give the Rider
any instructions it deems necessary in connection with and for the duration of theselection provided that it does so solely in connection with sporting matters, in its own
name and on its own behalf.
In none of the aforementioned cases shall the Contract be suspended.
ARTICLE 8 - Transfers
On the expiry of the present contract, the Rider shall be entirely free to sign a newcontract with another employer, subject to the provisions of the UCI Regulations.
ARTICLE 9 - End of contract
Notwithstanding the legislation governing the present contract, it may terminate
before expiration, in the following cases and on the following conditions:
1.
The Rider may terminate the present contract, without notice nor liability fordamages:(a) if the employer be declared bankrupt, insolvent or goes into liquidation.
(b) if the employer or a principal partner withdraw from the UCI Track Teamand the continuity of the UCI Track Team is not guaranteed or else if the
UCI Track Team announces its dissolution, the winding up of its activities
or its inability to meet its commitments; if the announcement be made fora given date, the Rider shall perform the contract until that date.
2.
The Employer may terminate the present contract, without notice or liability fordamages, in the case of serious defaulter on the part of the Rider and of thesuspension of the Rider under the terms of the UCI Regulations for the durationof the present contract remaining to run.
Serious defaulter is considered, in particular, refusal to participate in cycling races,
despite being constantly summoned to do so by the Employer.
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If need be, the Rider shall have to prove that he was in no state to participate in arace.
3.
Either party shall be entitled to terminate the present contract, without notice or
liability, should the Rider be rendered permanently unable to exercise theoccupation of professional cyclist.
ARTICLE 10 - Unreasonable demand
Any clause agreed upon between the parties that runs counter to the terms of the UCI
Model Contract between a Rider and a UCI Track Team and/or to the provisions of
the UCI Constitution or Regulations and which would in any way restrict the rights of
the Rider shall be null and void.
ARTICLE 11 - Arbitration
Any dispute between the Parties arising from the present Contract shall be submitted
to arbitration, to the exclusion of the courts, by the UCI arbitral board.
Made inon

in as many copies as required by the legislation applicable to the present Contract,that is to say,..... plus one scanned copy to be sent to the UCI.
(Each page of the contract and annexes has been signed by both parties.)
The Rider

The Employer

Approved for joint and several liability for three (3) months salary payment
Principal Partnerof the UCI Track Team

Principal Partnerof the UCI Track Team(text modified on 01.01.10; 14.10.16; 25.10.21)§ 10Bank guarantee of UCI Track Team(articles introduced on 25.10.21)

3.7.030

For each registration year, a UCI Track Team or any formation applying for this status
must set up a first-demand bank guarantee (abstract guarantee) in favour of its
National Federation, using the model set out in article 3.7.040.

3.7.031

The purpose of that guarantee shall be:1.
to defray debts incurred for the year of registration, in accordance with theprocedure set out below, incurred by the sponsors and the team representative
to firstly the riders and secondly any other person contracted for the operationof the UCI Track Team and to cover the payment of any fines imposed as aresult of the application of the UCI regulations;
2.

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to defray the payment of expenses, indemnities, fines and sanctions or
sentences imposed under or as a result of the application of the regulations of
the UCI or the responsible National Federation or associated with theirapplication. For the application of provisions regarding the bank guarantee
companies through whom the licence holders concerned carry out their activity
for the operation of the UCI Track Team shall be considered as members of that
UCI Track Team.

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3.7.032

The minimum total amount of the bank guarantee shall be the higher of:
15% of the total pay due to the riders and other staff (whether employees or
self-employed);a minimum sum of EUR 10,000 (ten thousand euros) – to be indexed by country
in accordance with the UCI table.

3.7.033

For the first registration year, the guarantee shall be valid from 15 days prior to the
UCI Track Individual Classification period start of the first registration year until 31
December of the following year. From the second registration year, and for thefollowing years, the bank guarantee may stipulate that it may be called upon at thelatest as of 1st April following the registration, including for the sums due in January,
February and March. In any case, the bank guarantee shall be valid until 31 December
after the registration year covered by the guarantee.

3.7.034

Calling up the bank guarantee
The National Federation shall call up the bank guarantee in favour of the creditor
specified in article 3.7.031 except where there are clearly no grounds for the claim.
The UCI Track Team shall be notified of the creditor's claim and the call on theguarantee.
The National Federation may set an appropriate indemnity for any call on theguarantee.

3.7.035

The actual payment to the creditor shall not take place until one month after the calling
up of the guarantee. If, in the interim, the UCI Track Team raises a reasonably
justifiable objection to the payment of the money to the creditor, the National
Federation shall pay the sum at issue into a special account and shall subsequently
distribute it in accordance with any agreement reached between the parties or
according to an enforceable legal decision.

3.7.036

If the creditor has not introduced his claim against the team representative before thebody designated in his contract or the body which he regards as competent on someother basis during the three months following the date of his call on the guarantee,
the team representative may apply to the National Federation to have the blocked
funds released in his favour.
The funds shall be released should the creditor fail to take proceedings within one
month of the despatch of notice by the National Federation or to submit proof of suchproceedings within the following fifteen days. Should the body before which
proceedings are taken declare itself not competent to rule, the creditor shall resubmit
his claim within one month of being informed of the decision.
Failing this the team representative may apply to the National Federation to have theblocked funds released in his favour. The funds shall be released should the creditor
fail to take further proceedings within one month of the despatch of notice by the
National Federation or to submit proof of such proceedings within the following fifteendays.

3.7.036
bis

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Any creditor having called-up the bank guarantee shall keep the National Federation
informed of all follow-up action and proceedings initiated before the competentdecision-making body. If the creditor fails to provide the National Federation withinformation regarding the status of proceedings before the competent decisionmaking body during a period of three years as from blocking of the funds by the
National Federation or as from the last notification from the creditor, the UCI shallrelease the funds in favour of the team representative after having deducted any
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amounts due to the UCI or the National Federation in accordance with article 3.7.034
to 3.7.037.
3.7.037

If the debt submitted exceeds a sum equal to 15 percent of the annual contractual
benefits, only a total amount corresponding to 15 percent of the annual contractual
benefits shall be paid out in the first instance, provided that the conditions of payment
are fulfilled. The acknowledged balance of the debt may be paid from the global
guarantee on condition that the latter would not be exhausted at the end of its periodof validity. In the event that there are several creditors, the available balance of theguarantee will be allocated proportionally between them.

3.7.038

A UCI Track Team whose guarantee is drawn upon shall be automatically suspended
if the guarantee is not made up to its full amount within one month.

3.7.038
bis

Whenever a competent authority pronounces the opening of liquidation or bankruptcy
proceedings against the team representative, the National Federation may release
the bank guarantee in favour of the liquidation or bankruptcy administration, uponrequest from the competent authority.

3.7.039

The creditor must submit his application to the National Federation for the guarantee
to be called up by 30 days before its expiry date at the latest. Documentary evidence
must be provided with the application. Failing this the National Federation is not
obliged to call up the guarantee.

3.7.040

Model bank guarantee
The present bank guarantee is issued under the terms of Article 3.7.030 of the Cycling
Regulations of the UNION CYCLISTE INTERNATIONALE for the purpose ofguaranteeing, within the limits set in those regulations, the payment of sums due by
the UCI Track Team [name] (team representative: [name of team representative]) to
riders and other creditors covered in article 3.7.031 of those Regulations as well as
the payment of expenses, indemnities, fines and sanctions or sentences imposed
under or by consequence of the regulations of the UCI.
The amount of the present Guarantee is limited to [currency] X].
The bank,
Exact name;
Full address to which any call on the guarantee can be sent;
Telephone and fax numbers of the department of the bank which handles thecalling up of the guarantee;
E-mail address.
hereby undertakes, on first demand and within fifteen days of receiving the demand,
to pay [the responsible National Federation of the UCI Track Team] any amount in[currency] requested up to a maximum of [currency] X up to the exhaustion of thepresent guarantee.
The aforementioned payments shall be made on reception of a simple request
regardless of any objection raised or exception taken by anyone whomsoever. The
request shall require no justification.
The present Guarantee shall remain in effect until [the last day of the third monthfollowing the end of the relevant season]

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Any call on the present guarantee must be received by the bank no later than [lastday of the third month following the end of the relevant season].

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Chapter VIII CALENDAR
3.8.001

General observations
Track competitions are entered on the calendars in accordance with theirclassification and criterias as per articles 3.8.003 and 3.8.005.
The UCI Management Committee allocate a classification in the international calendar
to each competition in accordance with the criteria which it shall draw up, taking into
account the criterias set in article 3.8.003.
(article introduced on 01.01.04)

3.8.001bis

Every entity organising a track competition shall conduct the event in strict compliancewith the UCI Constitution and UCI Regulations. All competitions registered on the UCI
Track Calendar must respect the UCI financial obligations (in particular calendar fee
and prize money) approved by the UCI Management Committee and published on
the UCI website.
Any new competition will be registered in Class 2 for one year of probation. From thesecond edition, the organiser will be allowed to request an upgrade to Class 1.
The status of a competition in Class 1 or 2 is yearly evaluated. Upgrade is accepted
only if all the conditions are respected, that the organisation does not present any
major issue and after UCI approval.
(text modified on 15.03.16; 01.07.17; 25.10.21)

3.8.001
ter

Class 1 competition may not be registered on the UCI Calendar after the prescribeddeadline.
Class 2 competition may be registered on the UCI Calendar after the prescribeddeadline as late entry. In this case, a minimum of three months between theregistration date and the actual date of the competition is required. A late registration
fee will apply as per the UCI financial obligations.
Modification in the entered events may be possible. In this case, a minimum of one
month between the registration date and the actual date of the event is required. A
late registration fee will apply for events entered after the prescribed deadline.
(article introduced on 15.03.16; modified on 05.03.18; 25.10.21)

3.8.002

Without prejudice to the provisions of article 1.2.014, if a competition registered inclass 1 as specified by article 3.8.003 is not held and did not obtain a UCI approval
beforehand, it shall be relegated to class 2 for the following year.
Similarly, if a Class 1 competition as specified in article 3.8.003 does not comply withall the minimum requirements, the complete competition might be relegated to Class
2 the following year. If a specific event as specified in article 3.8.003 does not comply
with the minimum requirements, only this event might be relegated to Class 2 thefollowing year.
For Class 2 competition as specified in article 3.8.003 not complying with all theminimum requirements, the complete competition might be relegated to national levelthe following year. If a specific event as specified in article 3.8.003 does not comply

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with the minimum requirements, this event might directly be relegated to national level
and will not attribute UCI points.
Any organisation not fulfilling the requirements above will be individually evaluated bya UCI working group.
(text modified on 01.01.04; 26.08.04; 15.03.16; 25.10.21)
World Calendar
3.8.003
Type of competition
Olympic Games
UCI World Championships
UCI Nations Cup
Continental Championships
Regional GamesUCI Track Champions League
Class 1

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Criteria
As per the regulations for cycling events at
the Olympic GamesAs per World Championships regulations
As per articles 3.4.004 to 3.4.007
See article 3.8.004
As per the regulations for the UCI Track
Champions League
Over the competition:
CL1 events for Men Elite and Women Elite3)
Additional events: for: Junior (M/W), U23(M/W), or Para-cycling (minimum 1
category)4)
Minimum 5 events2)
Per event:
Minimum 4 participating nations1)
No nation can represent more than 50
percent of the peloton
A rider needs 10 Track UCI points toregister in Elite and U23 events5)
Minimum distance as per UCI regulations
Minimal number of riders per event Elite andU23:6)• Sprint : 8 riders (article 3.2.031)• Keirin : 10 riders (article 3.2.135)• Bunch races: 15 riders• Madison: 10 teams
Prize money for Elite events (as per the UCI
Financial Obligations)Over the competition:
CL2 events for Men Elite or Women Elite
Additional events for: Junior (M/W), U23(M/W), Elite (M/W) or Para-cycling(minimum 1 category)4)
Minimum 3 events2)
Per event:
Minimum 3 participating nations1)
Minimum distance as per UCI regulations
Minimal number of riders per event Elite andU23:6)• Sprint : 8 riders (article 3.2.031)• Keirin : 10 riders (article 3.2.135)

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1)

In team events, if a team is composed of riders from different nations (mixed team),
the nation of the majority of riders shall prevail. In team events where no majority ispossible, the nation of the participating rider shall not count.
2)
Event = specialisations from the Elite World Championships programme, organised
in a category.
3)
Both categories must reach Class 1 requirements to maintain the event in class 1
the following year.
4)
Additional events can be of the competition class or lower (Class 1, Class 2 or
National)
5)
The rider needs 10 UCI points in any Elite UCI track ranking on the day of the race
to take part in Elite or U23 events. No minimum UCI points is necessary in Individual
Pursuit, Time Trial, Team Pursuit and Team Sprint or in Junior and Para-cycling
events.
6)
No minimum is necessary in other specialisation (Individual Pursuit, Time Trial,
Team Pursuit and Team Sprint)(article modified on 01.01.04; 01.10.13; 3.03.14; 15.03.16; 05.03.18; 25.10.21)
3.8.004

To be able to be registered on the International Calendar, the Continental
Championships have to guarantee participation of riders of at least 6 federations ofthat continent, exception being where the Continental Confederation does not have 6
federations.
To count for the qualification to the Elite World Championships as per article 9.2.027
and 9.2.027bis, the Elite Continental Championships (Men and Women) must bescheduled after the last Elite World Championship or at least six weeks before thenext Elite World Championships.
(article modified on 01.01.04; 25.10.21)

National Calendars
3.8.005

Type of competition
National Championship
Other events

Participation
Governed by National Federations
Governed by National Federations(article introduced on 01.01.04)

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Chapter IX MASTERS(chapter introduced on 10.06.05)

3.9.001

Participation in the track races of the UCI Masters World Championships
All 35 years old and older riders holding a master license shall be entitled to participate
in the UCI Masters World Championships, except the following:
1.
Any rider who was a member of any track team registered with the UCI either
in the current year or in the current season. The season is the period referred
to in the second indent of article 3.3.003.
2.
Any rider who has participated in any World Championships, Olympic Games,
Continental Championships, Regional Games or Nations Cup in the current
year, except for the races that are open to masters only.
3.
[abrogated on 04.06.16](text modified on 19.09.06; 30.01.09; 04.06.16; 05.03.18)

3.9.002

3.9.003

Licenses
All applicants for the UCI Masters World Championships must present a valid license
to the competition’s race headquarters in order to be given a race number and bepermitted to participate. The license must have been issued by the rider’s UCIaffiliated national federation and must be valid for an entire calendar year.
In races other than the UCI Masters World Championships, riders may participate witha temporary or daily license, issued by their national federation.
The license must clearly state the starting and finishing dates of its period of validity.
The national federation shall make sure that the holder of a temporary license will, forthe duration of his license, benefit from the same insurance cover and other benefits
as those attached to an annual license.

3.9.004

3.9.005

UCI Masters World Championships
Riders entered to compete in the UCI Masters World Championships represent theircountry but are permitted to wear the clothing of their own choice.
All the details applying specifically to each UCI Masters World Championships in eachof the categories must be obtained from the organiser or on the UCI internet site. The
events on the competition programme are defined by the UCI.
(text modified on 21.06.18)

3.9.006

UCI Masters World Championships are normally organized in age groups of five
years: 35-39, 40-44, 45-49 etc. Depending on the number of participants in each age
group, the latter may be regrouped with an adjoining age group, in which case one
single classification shall be drawn up.
There shall be no separate race for an age group if there are less than 12 participantsin mass start events (i.e. points race) or less than 8 participants in the other events.
For team events, a majority of the riders of a team shall have the same age group.
Only one rider maximum in each team may be older than the age group.
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3.9.007

Best Performances
The UCI track commission shall draw up a list of the best performances for masters
set in time trial, 200 metres, individual pursuit and the hour for all men’s and women’s
age groups.
(text modified on 25.01.08)

3.9.008

The UCI track commission must be informed of the best performances recorded in
the UCI Masters World Championships, using a confirmation request form for
masters. The request must be accompanied by the following documents: proof ofelectronic or manual time-keeping; the place; the date and the nature of thecompetition; the result of the race in which the performance was recorded. The form
must be countersigned by a UCI commissaire appointed for the event in question.
(article introduced on 13.06.08)

3.9.009

The UCI track commission must be informed of the best performances recorded inmasters events, using a confirmation request form for masters. The request must be
accompanied by the following documents: doping control form, proof of electronic or
manual time-keeping; the place; the date and the nature of the competition; the resultof the race in which the performance was recorded. The form must be countersigned
by a UCI commissaire appointed for the event in question.
(text modified on 19.09.06)

3.9.010The UCI track commission must also be informed of best performances recorded outof competition (ex.: best hour performance) using a confirmation request form. The
following documents must accompany the request: doping control form, proof ofelectronic or manual time-keeping; the place; the date and nature of the performance.
The form must be countersigned by a UCI commissaire who attended theperformance.

3.9.011The best performances shall be confirmed by the UCI track commission.

3.9.012For anti-doping matters, see Part 14, and in all other respects, the rules for world
records apply (chapter V).
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Chapter X RACE INCIDENTS AND SPECIFIC INFRINGEMENTS(chapter introduced on 12.06.20)§1

3.10.001

Race incidents concerning riders, teams and other licence holders in the context
of track competitions
General provisions
The infringements related to race incidents observed in the context of track events are
sanctioned as set out in the table of race incidents defined in article 3.10.008, in
accordance with article 12.4.001.
Warnings, relegations and disqualifications may also be imposed for non-regulation
sporting conduct that impacts, or has the potential to impact, the outcome of the race,
notwithstanding the fine provided for in article 3.10.008. Proper sporting conduct is
described in Part 3 Chapter 2 of these regulations.
Sanctions given by Commissaires shall be noted in the communiqué of theCommissaires’ Panel and will be sent to the UCI.

3.10.002

3.10.003

The provisions of Part 12 of the UCI Regulations apply to infringements committed in thecontext of track competitions.
Warnings - disqualification
Any offence not specifically penalised and any unsporting behaviour may be punishedby a warning. In bunch events, warning shall be indicated by a yellow flag.
Disqualification shall be indicated by a red flag. On each occasion the commissaires will
indicate at the same time the race number of the faulting rider. The warning anddisqualification are relative to one specific event only, notwithstanding the fine provided
for in article 3.10.008.
If a rider is relegated in the event, that relegation may also carry with it a warning,depending on the gravity, intent and impact of the fault. A rider receiving a second
warning, or being relegated for the third time, is disqualified.
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Subject to the limitations imposed by article 3.2.011, for any irregularities noted during
a competition:• the President of the Commissaires’ Panel may issue a warning;• every individual Commissaire may request the President of the Commissaires’
Panel to issue a warning. In such cases, the President of the Commissaires’ Panelshall be the final decision maker on whether to issue the warning;• the Commissaires’ Panel may issue a warning.
The Judge-Referee may issue warnings as described in article 3.2.011.
The licence holder is directly informed of warnings verbally, or by displaying his race
number together with a yellow flag after the warning has been issued. An additionalsanction may be applied by the person issuing the warning if the irregularity for which
the warning was issued during the race turns out to be an infringement related to arace incident.
Warnings shall be noted in the communiqué of the Commissaires’ Panel and will be sent
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3.10.004

3.10.005

Relegations
Subject to the limitations imposed by article 3.2.011, for any irregularities noted during
a competition:• the President of the Commissaires’ Panel may issue a relegation;• every individual commissaire may request the President of the Commissaires’ Panel
to issue a relegation. In such cases, the President of the Commissaires’ Panel shallbe the final decision maker on whether to issue the relegation;• the Commissaires’ Panel may issue a relegation.
The Judge-Referee may issue relegations as described in article 3.2.011.
The person issuing the relegation shall at the same time decide whether or not to also
issue a warning for that irregularity. In such as case, the communication of the warning
will be according to article 3.10.003.
The licence holder is directly informed of relegations verbally after the relegation has
been issued. An additional sanction may be applied by the person issuing therelegation, possibly together with a warning, if the irregularity for which the relegation
was issued during the race turns out to be an infringement related to a race incident.
Relegations shall be noted in the communiqué of the Commissaires’ Panel and will besent to the UCI.
Penalties and sanctions imposed by the Commissaires’ Panel
Without prejudice to the sanctions of the table below, any licence holder who is involvedin a serious race incident may be immediately disqualified by the Commissaires’ Panelor in the cases described in article 3.2.011, by the Judge-Referee.
In the case of behaviour which represents an infringement that can be referred to theDisciplinary Commission under the terms of articles 12.4.002 and subsequent, thelicence holder may be summoned to appear before the Disciplinary Commission.

3.10.006

Without prejudice to the competence of the Disciplinary Commission to impose sanctions
for the same circumstances, if applicable, in the case of the infringement of articles
12.4.002 and subsequent, the race incidents described by the table below shall besanctioned by the Commissaires.

3.10.007

The table below applies to all track competitions. However, for national calendar races,
the respective national federations can set lower fines than those stipulated in Column 3of the table, which includes ‘’other competitions’’.

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Table of race incidents and specific infringements relating to track competitions
Column 1
Olympic Games
Elite World Championships
Nations Cup

Column 2
Junior World Championships
Continental Championships
Continental GamesClass 1 and 2 Men, U23 and EliteClass 1 and 2 Women, U23 andElite

Para-cycling:
Other competitions

Para-cycling:
Paralympic Games
World Championships
World Nations Cup
1.
1.1

1.2

1.3

2.
2.1

2.2

Procedures at the official meeting and ceremonies
Failing to attend official
Rider: 500 fine and forfeiture of
ceremonies (including press prizes and points for respective
conference, etc.)
UCI rankings earned during theevent.
Non-compliant clothing
Rider: 500 fine per rider involved
during podium and protocol
ceremonies
Failing to attend required
Team Manager: 300 fineTeam Managers’ meeting
Equipment and innovations
Attempting to start a race
Rider: Start refusedwith a bicycle that does notcomply with the regulations
Starting a race on a bicycle
Team: 200 fine and warningthat has not been checkedby the Commissaires forthat race

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Class 1 and 2 Men, JuniorClass 1 and 2 Women, Junior
National events
Other events

Rider: 200 fine and forfeiture ofprizes and points for respective
UCI rankings earned during theevent.
Rider: 200 fine per rider involved

Rider: 100 fine and forfeiture ofprizes and points for respective
UCI rankings earned during theevent.
Rider: 100 fine per rider involved

Team Manager: 200 fineTeam Manager: 100 fine

Rider: Start refused

Rider: Start refused

Team: 100 fine and warning

Team: 50 fine and warning

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Use of a bicycle that does
not comply with theregulations
2.4 Use or presence of a bicyclethat does not comply witharticle 1.3.010
2.5 Use of a prohibited remotecommunication system by arider
2.6 Use of an electronic device
with display on a bicyclethat can be read by a rider
during a race
2.7 Use of a technicalinnovation, innovative
clothing or equipment not
yet approved by the UCI
during an event
2.8 Evading, refusing or
obstructing an equipment/
clothing check
2.9 Modifying equipment/
clothing to be used in a race
after it has been checked by
the Commissaires for thatrace
2.10 Carrying equipment on thebicycle or rider that falls, or
can fall onto the track during
a race2.11 Use of forbidden onboard
technology device

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Rider: 500 fine and disqualification Rider: 200 fine and disqualification

Rider: 100 fine and disqualification

Rider: Disqualification
Team: Disqualification

Rider: Disqualification
Team: Disqualification

Rider: Disqualification
Team: Disqualification

Rider: Start refused, or
disqualification
Team Manager/Coach: Exclusion
Rider: Start refused, or
disqualification

Rider: Start refused, or
disqualification
Team Manager/Coach: Exclusion
Rider: Start refused, or
disqualification

Rider: Start refused, or
disqualification
Team Manager/Coach: Exclusion
Rider: Start refused, or
disqualification

Rider: Start refused, or
disqualification

Rider: Start refused, or
disqualification

Rider: Start refused, or
disqualification

Rider: Disqualification
Other team member: Exclusion

Rider: Disqualification
Other team member: Exclusion

Rider: 500 fine and disqualification
Other team member: 500 fine andexclusion

Rider: 200 fine and disqualification
Other team member: 200 fine andexclusion

Rider: Disqualification
Other team member: Exclusion.
Rider: 100 fine and disqualification
Other team member: 100 fine andexclusion

Rider: Start refused, or 300 fine,and/or warning or disqualification

Rider: Start refused, or 200 fine,and/or warning or disqualification

Rider: Start refused, or 100 fine,and/or warning or disqualification

Rider: Elimination ordisqualification
Other team member: Exclusion

Rider: Elimination ordisqualification
Other team member: Exclusion

Rider: Elimination ordisqualification
Other team member: Exclusion

Riders’ clothing and rider identification

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Use of non-compliant
clothing (form, colour,
layout)3.2 Rider at the start without
mandatory helmet
3.3 Rider taking off mandatory
helmet during the race
3.4 Rider taking off mandatory
helmet after passing thefinish line
3.5 Body number replicated ona medium other than thatprovided by the organiser
3.6 Body number ortransponder missing, notvisible, modified, incorrectly
positioned
3.7 Incorrect body number orincorrect transponder
3.8 Different clothing (jersey,
shorts, skinsuit) for thedifferent riders of a team
3.9 Wearing tinted glasses orvisors while seated in thewaiting area for a race
3.10 Riders in the same teamand race failing to wear a
distinguishing item on them
4.
4.1

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Rider: 200 to 500* fine, and/or
Rider: 100 to 300 fine*, and/or
start refused or disqualification
start refused or disqualification

Rider: 50 to 100 fine*, and/or startrefused or disqualification

Rider: Start refused

Rider: Start refused

Rider: Start refused

Rider: 200 fine and disqualification

Rider: 100 fine and disqualification

Rider: 50 fine and disqualification

Rider: 200 fine, and/or warning or
disqualification

Rider: 100 fine, and/or warning or
disqualification

Rider: 50 fine, and/or warning or
disqualification

Rider: Start refused

Rider: Start refused

Rider: Start refused

Rider: 200 to 500 fine *Rider: 100 to 200 fine *Rider: 50 to 100 fine *Rider: 200 to 500 fine *Rider: 100 to 200 fine *Rider: 50 to 100 fine *Rider: 200 fine per rider involved

Rider: 100 fine per rider involved

Rider: 50 per rider involved

Rider: 200

Rider: 200

Rider: 200

Rider: 100 fine per rider involved
and/or warning

Rider: 100 fine per rider involved
and/or warning

Rider: 50 fine per rider involved
and/or warning

Rider: 200 fine
Other licence holder: 200 fine

Rider: 100 fine
Other licence holder: 100 fine

Rider: 50 fine
Other licence holder: 50 fine

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5.
5.1

5.2
5.3

5.4
5.5

6.
6.1

6.2

Non-regulation movement of riders on the track – For particularly serious cases, in addition to any warning, relegation ordisqualification that may be issued
Deviation from the chosen
Rider: 200 fine
Rider: 100 fine
Rider: 50 fineline that obstructs orendangers another rider or
irregular sprint (including
pulling the jersey or saddleof another rider, moving
down to quickly on anotherrider
Non-regulation use of the
Rider: 200 fine
Rider: 100 fine
Rider: 50 fineblue band during the race
Non-regulation movement
Rider: 200 fine
Rider: 100 fine
Rider: 50 fineof a rider during the racethat obstructs a rider, or
prevents that rider frompassing
Irregular movement causing Rider: 200 to 500* fine
Rider: 200 fine
Rider: 100 finethe crash of a rider
Attempting to have a race
Rider: 200 to 500* fine
Rider: 100 to 200* fine
Rider: 50 to 100* fine
stopped
Other licence holder: 200 fine
Other licence holder: 200 fine
Other licence holder: 200 fineIrregular behaviour, in particular behaviour that affords a team or rider a sporting advantage or that is dangerous
Rider refusing to quit the
Rider: 200 fine, andRider: 100 fine and disqualification Rider: 50 fine, and disqualification
race after being withdrawn
disqualificationby the Commissaires
Rider refusing to quit the
Rider: 200 to 500* fine
Rider: 100 to 200* fine
Rider: 50 to 100 finerace after being disqualified
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6.3

6.4

6.5

Encouraging a rider toremain in the race or on the
track after they have been
withdrawn or disqualified by
the Commissaires
Cheating, attempted
cheating, collusion between
riders or other licenceholders who are involved orcomplicit. For particularly
serious cases, in addition to
any warning, relegation ordisqualification that may be
issuedUnauthorised person on thesafety zone during a race

Other licence holder: 500 fine andexclusion

Other licence holder: 200 fine andexclusion

Other licence holder: 100 fine andexclusion

Rider: 500 fine for each rider
involved
Other licence holder: 500 fine

Rider: 200 fine for each rider
involved
Other licence holder: 200 fine

Rider: 100 fine for each rider
involved
Other licence holder: 100 fine

Other licence holder: 200 fine andwarning
Other licence holder: 500 fine, andin serious cases, or for second
offence, exclusion

Other licence holder: 100 fine andwarning
Other licence holder: 300 fine, andin serious cases, or for second
offence, exclusion

Other licence holder: 50 fine andwarning
Other licence holder: 200 fine, andin serious cases, or for second
offence, exclusion

6.6

Team personnel orequipment blocking accessto the track

7.
7.1

Failure to respect instructions, improper or dangerous behaviour; damage to the environment or the image of the sport
Failing to respect the
Rider: 100 to 500* fine
Rider: 100 to 200* fine
Rider: 50 to 100* fine
instructions of the organiser Other licence holder: 200 to 500*
Other licence holder: 100 to 200*
Other licence holder: 50 to 100*or commissaires
fine
fine
fine

7.2

Failing to respect
instructions regarding
participation and conduct
during the official training
and warm-up sessions

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Rider: 200 to 500* fine
Other licence holder: 200 to 500*
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Other licence holder: 100 to 200*
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7.3

7.4

7.5

7.6

7.7
7.8

Use of a road bike on the
track or safety zone during
any part of the competition
program (including official
training sessions, warm-up
sessions, etc)
Failing to exit the track in aproper manner after the
event (too many warm-downlaps, using the wrong gate,etc)
Being late at the start,
including not having
appropriate spares at thestart that leads to the delayof the start
Qualified or entered for around of an event but notstarting without regulatory
justification
Failing to maintain proper
control of the bicycle
Behaviour that causes
damage to the environment

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Rider: 100 to 200* fine

Rider: 100 to 200* fine

Rider: 50 to 100* fine

Rider: 200 to 500* fine

Rider: 100 to 200* fine

Rider: 50 to 100* fine

Rider: 100 to 500* fine, and/or
warning or elimination
Other licence holder: 200 to 500*
fine

Rider: 100 to 200* fine, and/or
warning or elimination
Other licence holder: 200 to 500*
fine

Rider: 50 to 100* fine, and/or
warning or elimination
Other licence holder: 200 to 500*
fine

Rider: 100 to 500* fine, anddisqualification from competition

Rider: 100 to 200* fine, anddisqualification from competition

Rider: 50 to 100* fine, anddisqualification from competition

Rider: 100 to 500* fine, and/or
warning or disqualification
Rider or any other license holder:
200 to 500* fine and/or warning or
disqualification

Rider: 100 to 200* fine, and/or
warning or disqualification
Rider or any other license holder:
100 to 500* fine and/or warning or
disqualification

Rider: 50 to 100* fine, and/or
warning or disqualification
Rider or any other license holder:
50 to 100* fine and/or warning or
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8. Assault, intimidation, insults, threats, improper conduct (including pulling the jersey or saddle of another rider, blow with thehelmet, knee, elbow, shoulder, foot or hand, etc.), or behaviour that is indecent or that endangers others. For particularly serious
cases, in addition to any warning, relegation or disqualification that may be issued.
8.1 Between riders or directed at a Riders: 200 to 1,000* fine per
Riders: 100 to 500* fine per
Riders: 50 to 200* fine per
rider
infringement
infringement
infringement
Other licence holder: 500 to
Other licence holder: 200 to
Other licence holder: 200 fine
2,000* fine
1,000* fine
In addition to the above provisions, in serious cases, in cases of repeated infringement or aggravating
circumstances or if an infringement offers an advantage, the Commissaires’ Panel may exclude a licenceholder from the competition.
8.2 Directed at any other person
Rider: 200 to 1,000* fine per
Rider: 100 to 5000* fine per
Rider: 50 to 200* fine per(including spectators)
infringement
infringement
infringement
Other licence holder: 500 to 2,000 Other licence holder: 200 to 1,000 Other licence holder: 200 fine
fine*
fine*
In addition to the above provisions, in serious cases, in cases of repeated infringement or aggravating
circumstances or if an infringement offers an advantage, the Commissaires’ Panel may exclude a licenceholder from the competition.
Rider or any other licence holder:
Rider or any other licence holder:
Rider or any other licence holder:
8.3 Unseemly or inappropriate
200
to
500
fine*
100
to
200
fine*
50 to 100 fine*behaviour (for example,
Note: The penalty is applied to the team if the licence holder cannot be specifically identified
undressing in public in theinfield of a velodrome)* When there is a scale of sanctions, the commissaire must take into account any extenuating or aggravating circumstances, including:
Whether the sanction follows a warning;
Whether the licence holder has already been sanctioned for the same infringement during the same competition;
Whether the infringement afforded the licence holder an advantage;
Whether the infringement led to a dangerous situation for the licence holder or others;
Whether the infringement happened at a key moment of the race;
Any other extenuating or aggravating circumstances according to the commissaire’s judgement.

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3.10.008
bis

Unless otherwise stated, sanctions are to be applied “per infringement” and “for the
licence holder involved”. When a penalty is imposed regarding “points from UCI
rankings”, the points will be removed from the event specific UCI rankings in which therider/team may be ranked. As a consequence, the sanction will also impact other UCI
rankings that are calculated on the basis of the points scored by the rider/team in an
event ranking.
Unless otherwise stated, sanctions for a Team Manager and/or Coach are given to theTeam Manager in charge of the team.
If a licence holder cannot be specifically identified by the Commissaire(s), a fine may be
imposed directly on the team or the Team Manager in charge of the team.
Upon the request of the sanctioned licence holder, the President of the Commissaires’
Panel will provide the reasoning behind the sanction applied.

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UCI CYCLING REGULATIONSAppendix 1
UCI REQUEST FOR WORLD RECORD / BEST PERFORMANCE HOMOLOGATION
 MEN
 WOMEN

Category ELITE ELITE

 JUNIOR
 JUNIOR

 MASTERS MASTERSAge group
Specialisation/DistanceStart (standing or flying)
Performance
Date of performance
COMPLETE NAME OF THE RIDER:
Nationality
UCI ID
Date of birth
VELODROME:
Location of Track(City and Country)
Track Measurement (m)Material
Covered or OpenUCI Homologation Date
Laboratory in charge of Doping Control analysis
Time of the attempt or event
During an event or Special Attempt
Resume of record

Attestation of the result by Officials: We, the undersigned officials confirm that the record information as set out within
this document was achieved according to the UCI Regulation.
Position
Family Name
Given Name
Signature
UCI International Commissaires

Official Timekeepers(manual)(electronic)
UCI Doping Control Agent
To be enclosed– Print out electronic timing slips– Doping control form (if available)– Material approval (confirmation sent from UCI Material Department 15 days before at the latest)

Place and date:
UCI International Commissaire Signature:
Date of the request sent to UCI:
(The request SHALL REACH the UCI no later than 1 month after the performance - Immediate notification by email to UCI)
NB: This document is established in accordance with the world records / best performances regulations.

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